April weather forecast
Saudi Arabia

April indicates the full arrival of spring in Saudi Arabia, and temperatures continue to rise across the country. In Riyadh, average temperatures increase significantly compared to March, ranging between 20°C (68°F) and 35°C (95°F). Coastal cities such as Jeddah and Dammam also follow this warming trend, with average temperatures falling between 24°C (75.2°F) and 35°C (95°F).

In the northern regions, such as Tabuk and Turaif, the night's chill starts to ease up with temperatures now seldom falling below 10°C (50°F). Daytime temperatures rise to between 25°C (77°F) and 30°C (86°F). The highland regions of Taif and Abha experience slightly cooler conditions due to their altitude, with temperatures ranging from 17°C (62.6°F) to 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall remains generally low in April, with country-wide average precipitation below 25mm (0.98"). However, the western and southwestern highlands are likely to witness some occasional showers, marking the last of the minimal rainfall the country receives before the onset of the arid summer months.

In comparison to March, April sees a substantial rise in temperatures across Saudi Arabia. The weather continues to be predominantly sunny and clear, contributing to the allure of outdoor activities despite the rising heat. As a transition month, April's temperatures are a midpoint between the moderate weather experienced in March and the impending high heat of May.

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• Riyadh - April »
  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. 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.
• Jeddah - April »
  In Jeddah during April, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
• Mecca - April »
  On the first day of April in Mecca sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:35. The arrival of April in Mecca signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F) in March to a sweltering 38.7°C (101.7°F).
• Medina - April »
  On the last day of April, in Medina, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:50 +03. April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Medina.
• Dammam - April »
  In Dammam in April, during 6.7 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. April signifies the onset of warmer days in Dammam, and residents begin to feel the typical heat of Saudi Arabia.
• Buraydah - April »
  In Buraydah, during April, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. April is the month with the most rainfall in Buraydah, Saudi Arabia.
• Tabuk - April »
  On the first day of April in Tabuk, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:51. As April arrives in Tabuk, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a moderately hot 24.8°C (76.6°F) in March to a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F).
• Abha - April »
  In Abha in April, during 12.7 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. April in Abha registers an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), slightly varied from March's 25.5°C (77.9°F).
• Khamis Mushait - April »
  On the first day of April in Khamis Mushait sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:22. In April, the average relative humidity in Khamis Mushait is 43%.
• Hail - April »
  On the first day of April in Hail sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of April, in Hail, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:46 +03.
• Najran - April »
  On the first day of April in Najran, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:16. The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.
• Al Jubail - April »
  April in Al Jubail continues the upward trend in temperature, transitioning from March's maritime warmth of 19.7°C (67.5°F) to a higher average of 22.3°C (72.1°F). On the last day of April, in Al Jubail, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 18:14 +03.