April weather forecast
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

In April, the city's temperature climbs to a high of 33.4°C (92.1°F), propelling Riyadh deeper into its characteristic aridity. The increasingly potent sunshine, with the UV index reaching 12, heralds the approaching summer. The landscape shines vibrantly under the blend of longer daylight hours and enhanced sun exposure. Despite the soaring temperatures, rainfall also climbs to an annual high with 24mm (0.94") falling across 11.3 days. This contradiction - high heat and increased rainfall - depicts April as a month of extremes in Riyadh.

Temperature

As Riyadh transitions into April, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F) in March to a hot 33.4°C (92.1°F). Riyadh's April nights bring a significant temperature shift, averaging at an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Humidity

In Riyadh, the average relative humidity in April is 28%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Riyadh is April, when the rain falls for 11.3 days and typically aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Riyadh, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:22 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in April translates into these instructions:
Carry out every crucial safety measure. People with fair skin may sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Even on overcast days, apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more, specifically after a swim or outdoor workout.