January weather forecast
Dammam, Saudi Arabia

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A big white mosque set in the beautiful Corniche garden park in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with a clear skyline
A big white mosque set in the beautiful Corniche garden park in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with a clear skyline

January

Weather in January

Begin the year with January's cooler temperatures, which mark a big shift from Saudi Arabia's typically hot climate. With relative humidity at 59%, there is often a slight chill in the air, and one can expect a high of 21.1°C (70°F) and a low of 9.5°C (49.1°F). Compared to the preceding month of December, January experiences a slight increase in daylight hours, setting a calm and quiet mood in Dammam. Going into February, expect slightly warmer temperatures and reduced rainfall.

Temperature

Dammam's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 21.1°C (70°F) to a low of 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 59%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Dammam, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 38.8 rainfall days, and 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Dammam, in January, the average water temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F).
Note: When the surface water temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F), most do not enjoy swimming. Breathing control becomes more complex as temperatures drop below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of January, in Dammam, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:21 +03.
Updated: Jul 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?
January, noted for its average high-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.5°C (49.1°F), is considered the coldest month.
What is the average January temperature?
The high-temperature, in January, in Dammam, is 21.1°C (70°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.5°C (49.1°F).
What are the most humid months?
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 59%.
What is the average humidity in January?
In January, the average relative humidity is 59%.
How many days does it rain in January?
In Dammam, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in January?
In January, the average sea temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in January?
The average day length in January is 10h and 42min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:21 +03.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
23.2°C
21.1°C
23.9°C
Average low temperature
11.5°C
9.5°C
11.4°C
Average humidity
59%
59%
54%
Average rainfall
23mm
19.5mm
6.7mm
Average rainfall days
6.6
9.3
4.5
Average sea temperature
22.4°C
20.1°C
18.7°C
Average daylight
10h 3min
10h 4min
11h 2min
Average temperature in January - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Average temperature in January
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (45°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (29.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°C).

Average humidity in January - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Average humidity in January
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average humidity in January: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (20%).

Average rainfall in January - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Average rainfall in January
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall in January: 19.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (23mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Average rainfall days in January
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Average sea temperature in January
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average sea temperature in January: 20.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (33.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (18.7°C).

Average daylight in January - Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Average daylight in January
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

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