The climate of Khafji
Khafji,
Saudi Arabia, adheres to the BWh Köppen climate classification, signifying a subtropical desert climate. The geographical positioning of Khafji awards it long summers with high temperatures and scanty rainfall throughout the year. Weather elements in Khafji reveal distinct variations as the year progresses.
Temperature spreads from an annual low of 15.2°C (59.4°F) in
January to a scorching high of 39.2°C (102.6°F) in
July with a noticeable peak between
May and
September. Temperature amplitudes exhibit a considerable range having a record maximum and minimum temperature difference of 24°C (75.2°F) in July. This place experiences low humidity, fluctuating from 34% in
June to 53% in January and
February.
Rainfall in Khafji remains sparse, predominantly in
April recording 12mm (0.47") and is virtually non-existent from June to
October. The average daylight hours per month range from 10.4 hours in
December to a maximum of 13.9 hours in June. As for sea temperatures, numerically they lie between 16.8°C (62.2°F) in February and 32.7°C (90.9°F) in
August. The changing wind speed in Khafji ranges from 16.4km/h (10.2mph) in September to 20.9km/h (13mph) in June.
The best time to visit Khafji
Consider planning a visit to
Khafji between
November and
March. During these months, the temperatures hover pleasantly around moderate levels, ranging from 15.2°C (59.4°F) to 23°C (73.4°F), while humidity remains comparatively high. The daylight duration during these months ranges from 10.4 hours to 11.5 hours. These conditions provide an agreeable weather for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
The worst time to visit Khafji
A few months in
Khafji are characterized by extremely high temperatures and dry conditions.
June to
September is an unfavorable time to visit due to the soaring temperatures touching their peak averages from 37.6°C (99.7°F) to 39.2°C (102.6°F) along with a decline in relative humidity, making the weather exceptionally harsh.
Spring weather in Khafji
Spring in
Khafji, observed from
March to
May, shows visible increase in temperatures. They rise from 19°C (66.2°F) in March to a balmy 33.1°C (91.6°F) in May. Rainfall in spring averages around 8mm (0.31") in March and
April, then decreases to 3mm (0.12") in May. The sea temperatures ascend progressively from 18.7°C (65.7°F) to 26.8°C (80.2°F), while the daylight hours extend from 12 hours to 13.6 hours, making it is a favorable period for aquatic activities.
Summer weather in Khafji
Summer season, from
June to
August, is highly rigorous in
Khafji. It records the highest temperatures of the year, escalating from 37.6°C (99.7°F) to 39.2°C (102.6°F). There is no rainfall during these months, and sea temperatures rise significantly from 30.1°C (86.2°F) to 32.7°C (90.9°F). The days are longest, with daylight hours stretching up to 13.9 hours in June before decreasing to 13.1 hours in August.
Autumn weather in Khafji
Autumn, running from
September to
November, strategically marks a decline in temperature from a broiling 36.8°C (98.2°F) in September to a more comfortable 25.4°C (77.7°F) in November. This period witnesses a slight return of rainfall in November at 31mm (1.22"), after a dry spell from
June. Daylight hours decrease from 12.3 hours in September to 10.7 hours in November.
Winter weather in Khafji
Winter in
Khafji, stretching from
December to
February, offers relatively cooler temperatures ranging between 15.2°C (59.4°F) and 19.6°C (67.3°F). Rainfall remains nominal with an average of 6mm (0.24") to 8mm (0.31") while the sea temperatures dip from 21.3°C (70.3°F) to 18.2°C (64.8°F). The daylight hours remain shortest during winter, ranging from 10.4 hours in December and extending to 11.2 hours in February.
Weather in January
As the year begins in
Khafji, temperatures continue to remain pleasant, with cooler nights and warmer days. An aspect that makes
January distinct is its humidity level, standing at 53%, identical to the preceding month,
December.
Weather in January »Weather in February
The weather shifts subtly as
Khafji enters
February, with an increase in average temperatures yet maintaining a pleasing climate. Remarkably, the sea temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F) is slightly lower than that registered in
January.
Weather in February »Weather in March
The transition from
February to
March in
Khafji introduces slightly warmer climates along with an increase in daylight and sunshine hours. Of interest, rainfall in March sees a noteworthy increment to 12mm (0.47"), an increase from the previous month.
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Weather in April
April ushers in the onset of the warmer season in
Khafji, with significant changes from
March, especially in terms of temperature and sea warmth. As the city experiences a rise in temperatures, with lows elevating to 23°C (73.4°F), the weather promotes indoor activities.
Weather in April » Weather in May
As summer sets in
Khafji,
May becomes considerably warmer than
April, accentuated by longer daylight hours and marginally higher sunshine. Impressively in May, rainfall entirely ceases providing a dry climate for Khafji, different from earlier months.
Weather in May »Weather in June
June, the middle of the year, marks the peak of summer in
Khafji with conditions much hotter than the preceding month,
May. A maximum temperature of 37.6°C (99.7°F) is observed during this period, indicating the hottest month for Khafji.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July continues to bear the summer torch from
June, with slightly increased temperatures and similar weather patterns. Remarkably, the month reaches an absolute peak with the top temperature reading a high of 39.2°C (102.6°F). Tourists often seek refuge from the city's sizzling temperatures at its beaches, thanks to welcoming sea temperatures of 31.8°C (89.2°F).
Weather in July » Weather in August
August can be considered as a spitting image of
July when it comes to
Khafji's weather pattern; however, the temperature sees a minor dip. Particularly, this month features the highest sea temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F), providing the perfect condition for various waterborne activities.
Weather in August » Weather in September
Giving respite from the prevailing hot summer,
September initiates a cooler phase in
Khafji. Intriguingly, the month of September records no rainfall, maintaining the dry phase since
May. Enhanced by sea temperatures of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and ample daylight, the pleasant atmosphere is suitable for various recreational pursuits.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October continues the cooling trend witnessed in
September, evidencing further declines in temperature and sea warmth. A singular occurrence of rainfall marks the arrival of the wet season, a shift from the preceding dry spell.
Weather in October » Weather in November
Khafji experiences tangibly cooler weathers in
November as compared to
October, with shorter daylight durations and sea waters continuing to cool down. A substantial increase in November's rainfall to 31mm (1.22") signals the year's wettest month.
Weather in November » Weather in December
As the year winds up,
December carries forward the cool atmosphere from
November, with temperatures, daylight hours, and sea temperatures dropping further. In a stark shift from the preceding month,
Khafji receives only 6mm (0.24") of rainfall in December.
Weather in December » [Resources]