Climate Insights for Al Khobar

Khobar Governorate, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Hottest
July
39°C peak102°F peak
Coldest
January
15°C low59°F low
Wettest
February
17 mm rain0.7 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Al Khobar is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 69 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 17 mm of rainfall. Al Khobar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 15°C.The climate in Al Khobar is hot. The average annual temperature is 81°F and approximately 2.7 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 0.7 in of rainfall. Al Khobar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 59°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 20°Average: 18°Min: 15°FebMax: 21°Average: 18°Min: 16°MarMax: 24°Average: 22°Min: 19°AprMax: 29°Average: 26°Min: 23°MayMax: 34°Average: 31°Min: 28°JunMax: 38°Average: 34°Min: 31°JulMax: 39°Average: 36°Min: 32°AugMax: 39°Average: 35°Min: 33°SepMax: 37°Average: 34°Min: 31°OctMax: 33°Average: 30°Min: 27°NovMax: 28°Average: 25°Min: 22°DecMax: 23°Average: 20°Min: 18°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 68°FAverage: 64°FMin: 59°FFebMax: 69°FAverage: 65°FMin: 60°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 79°FMin: 73°FMayMax: 93°FAverage: 87°FMin: 82°FJunMax: 100°FAverage: 94°FMin: 88°FJulMax: 102°FAverage: 96°FMin: 90°FAugMax: 102°FAverage: 96°FMin: 91°FSepMax: 99°FAverage: 92°FMin: 87°FOctMax: 92°FAverage: 86°FMin: 81°FNovMax: 82°FAverage: 77°FMin: 72°FDecMax: 73°FAverage: 68°FMin: 64°F
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Temperatures in Al Khobar vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 36°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 18°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Al Khobar vary considerably across the year, with a 43°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 102°F and an average of 96°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 64°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 12mmFebPrecipitation: 17mmMarPrecipitation: 9mmAprPrecipitation: 9mmMayPrecipitation: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 11mmDecPrecipitation: 10mm
Precipitation
0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inFebPrecipitation: 0.7inMarPrecipitation: 0.4inAprPrecipitation: 0.4inMayPrecipitation: 0inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.4inDecPrecipitation: 0.4in
Precipitation

Al Khobar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 69 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 17 mm of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 mm. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Al Khobar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 2.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.2 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 0.7 in of rainfall. January and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0 in. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 18km/hFebWind Speed: 19km/hMarWind Speed: 18km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 16km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 16km/hDecWind Speed: 17km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 12mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 10mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Al Khobar is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 6km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.Al Khobar is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 11mph in winter, 11mph in spring, 10mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan18°64°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar22°71°F
Apr26°79°F
May31°87°F
Jun34°94°F
Jul36°96°F
Aug35°96°F
Sep34°92°F
Oct30°86°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec20°68°F

The best time to visit Al Khobar is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 11 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Al Khobar is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 102°F. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Al Khobar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Al Khobar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C59 °F
20 °C68 °F
18 km/h11 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C60 °F
21 °C69 °F
19 km/h12 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
19 °C66 °F
24 °C76 °F
18 km/h11 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
23 °C73 °F
29 °C84 °F
17 km/h10 mph
9 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
May
28 °C82 °F
34 °C93 °F
16 km/h10 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
31 °C88 °F
38 °C100 °F
18 km/h11 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
32 °C90 °F
39 °C102 °F
16 km/h10 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
33 °C91 °F
39 °C102 °F
14 km/h9 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
31 °C87 °F
37 °C99 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
27 °C81 °F
33 °C92 °F
13 km/h8 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C72 °F
28 °C82 °F
16 km/h10 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
23 °C73 °F
17 km/h11 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in