September weather forecast
Saudi Arabia

In Saudi Arabia, September marks the end of the intense summer heat as the country begins transitioning into the milder autumn season. Despite this, temperatures remain high during the initial part of the month. In Riyadh, average temperatures start to drop slightly but still range between 27°C (80.6°F) to 39°C (102.2°F). Coastal cities like Jeddah and Dammam also see a decrease in heat, with temperatures generally falling between 27°C (80.6°F) to 37°C (98.6°F).

In the northern regions, such as Tabuk and Turaif, September temperatures bring some respite from the summer heat, with averages ranging between 30°C (86°F) and 35°C (95°F) during the day and not falling below 15°C (59°F) at night. The highland regions, including Taif and Abha, witness temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 30°C (86°F), with the nights becoming noticeably cooler.

Rainfall remains scarce in September, although it is marginally higher than in the peak summer months. The country-wide average precipitation hovers around 5mm (0.2"), but sporadic showers may occur, especially in the highland regions.

Compared to August, September experiences a slight decline in temperatures across Saudi Arabia, signaling the start of the transition towards the cooler months of the year. The predominantly clear and sunny weather continues, making it more conducive for outdoor activities, particularly towards the end of the month as the temperatures continue to drop.

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• Riyadh - September »
  On the first day of September in Riyadh sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:11. On the first day of September in Riyadh sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:11.
• Jeddah - September »
  In Jeddah in September, the average water temperature is 31.1°C (88°F). The months with the highest UV index in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Mecca - September »
  In Mecca, Saudi Arabia, during September, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In September, in Mecca the rain falls for 2 days.
• Medina - September »
  In Medina, during September, the rain falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0mm (0") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Medina sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:40.
• Dammam - September »
  September is the first month it rains in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. In the month of September, Dammam witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 25.2°C (77.4°F).
• Buraydah - September »
  In Buraydah during September, the rain falls for 0.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0mm (0") of precipitation. In Buraydah, during September, the rain falls for 0.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0mm (0") of precipitation.
• Tabuk - September »
  July and September are months with the least rain in Tabuk when 0mm (0") of rain is typically aggregated. July and September are months with the least rain in Tabuk when 0mm (0") of rain is typically aggregated.
• Abha - September »
  In Abha during September, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In Abha, in September, during 8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Khamis Mushait - September »
  In Khamis Mushait in September, during 7.5 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of September in Khamis Mushait, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:23.
• Hail - September »
  Shifting into September, Hail records an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.3°C (97.3°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. On the last day of September, in Hail, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:00 +03.
• Najran - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Najran is September, when the rain falls for 0.2 days and typically collects 0mm (0") of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Najran is September, when the rain falls for 0.2 days and typically collects 0mm (0") of precipitation.
• Al Jubail - September »
  On the first day of September in Al Jubail, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:01. September shows the initial signs of heat reprieve in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia.