December weather forecast
Saudi Arabia

December is the start of the winter season in Saudi Arabia and is characterized by the coolest temperatures of the year. In Riyadh, temperatures typically range between 12°C (53.6°F) and 23°C (73.4°F). The coastal cities of Jeddah and Dammam also experience cooler weather, with temperatures averaging from 18°C (64.4°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

In the northern regions, including Tabuk and Turaif, the winter chill is evident as temperatures drop to between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F) during the day, while night temperatures can fall to as low as 5°C (41°F). The highland regions of Taif and Abha experience cooler temperatures due to their altitude, ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 22°C (71.6°F).

Rainfall in December is slightly higher than in previous months, with the country-wide average precipitation around 20mm (0.79"). Sporadic showers are likely in the western and southwestern highlands, offering a break from the typically arid climate of Saudi Arabia.

Compared to November, December brings further reductions in temperatures, firmly establishing the winter season. Despite the drop in temperatures, the country remains predominantly sunny, with clear skies making for crisp winter days. The cooler temperatures and modest increase in rainfall make December an appealing time for outdoor exploration and travel, offering a different perspective on Saudi Arabia's landscapes.

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• Riyadh - December »
  In Riyadh, during December, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. The months with the least sunshine in Riyadh are January and December, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.
• Jeddah - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Jeddah is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight. December is the month with the lowest UV index in Jeddah with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Mecca - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Mecca is December, with an average of 10h and 54min of daylight. With an average relative humidity of 59%, December is the most humid month in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
• Medina - December »
  The months with the highest humidity in Medina, Saudi Arabia, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 38%. January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Medina, Saudi Arabia.
• Dammam - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Dammam is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. Being the month with the shortest daylight hours, December sees Dammam transform from sweltering heat to cooling climates.
• Buraydah - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia, is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight. The month with the shortest days in Buraydah is December, with an average of 10h and 30min of daylight.
• Tabuk - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Tabuk is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight. The month with the shortest days in Tabuk is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
• Abha - December »
  January and December are months with the least rain in Abha when the rain falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of rain. January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Abha.
• Khamis Mushait - December »
  January, February and December are months with the least rain in Khamis Mushait when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of rain. January, February and December are months with the least rain in Khamis Mushait when the rain falls for 5 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of rain.
• Hail - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Hail with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight. On the first day of December in Hail, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:18.
• Najran - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Najran is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight. December wraps up the year with its winter charm, offering the coolness needed after a period of arduous heat in Najran.
• Al Jubail - December »
  On the first day of December in Al Jubail, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 16:47. December concludes the year with a confirmation of winter's onset in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia.