March weather forecast
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The Olaya street metro construction and cars in a traffic jam in the city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Olaya street metro construction and cars in a traffic jam in the city of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Riyadh, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°C (81.9°F) and 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Temperature

In Riyadh, the average high-temperature in March marginally rises from a moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F) in February to a still warm 27.7°C (81.9°F). The average low-temperature, is 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Riyadh is 32%.

Rainfall

In Riyadh, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 rainfall days, and 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Riyadh is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of March, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:09 +03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Riyadh is 7.1h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Riyadh is 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 10 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Prolonged stay under the direct sun should be avoided as much as possible, especially if a person burns easily. Sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should always be used.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Riyadh?

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in March, the average high-temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.2°C (59.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Riyadh?

The average relative humidity in March in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is 32%.

How many days does it rain in March in Riyadh?

In March, in Riyadh, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout March, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Riyadh have in March?

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the average day length in March is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Riyadh?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:09 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Riyadh have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Riyadh?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average temperature in March - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average high temperature in March: 27.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (43.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 15.2°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°C).

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Average humidity in March
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average humidity in March - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average humidity in March: 32%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (10%).

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Average rainfall in March
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall in March - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall in March: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (23.8mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall days in March - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 39min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 38min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average UV index in March
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average UV index in March - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average UV index in March: 10

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

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