May 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 May

The last month of the spring, May, is a very hot month in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.4°C (102.9°F) and an average low of 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases from a tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F) in April to a torrid 39.4°C (102.9°F). In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the average low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Humidity

In Riyadh, the average relative humidity in May is 17%.

Rainfall

May is the last month it rains. During 3.3 rainfall days, Riyadh aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 rainfall days, and 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:37 +03.

Sunshine

In Riyadh, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Riyadh?

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in May, the average high-temperature is 39.4°C (102.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Riyadh?

The average relative humidity in May in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is 17%.

What is the last month it rains in Riyadh?

May is the last month it rains in Riyadh. During 3.3 rainfall days, in May, Riyadh aggregates 5mm (0.2") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Riyadh?

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the average day length in May is 13h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Riyadh?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, sunrise is at 05:04 and sunset at 18:37 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Riyadh have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Riyadh is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Riyadh?

The months with the highest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Riyadh?

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in May
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average temperature in May - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average high temperature in May: 39.4°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 May: 25.9°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 May
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average humidity in May - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average humidity in May: 17%

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 May
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall in May - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.9mm

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 May
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average rainfall days in May - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.3 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 May /
Average sunshine in May
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 21min

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 May: 9h and 18min

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 May
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Average UV index in May - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Average UV index in May: 12

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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