Climate Insights for Medina

Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, Medina Province, Saudi Arabia

Hottest
August
43°C peak109°F peak
Coldest
January
12°C low54°F low
Wettest
January
13 mm rain0.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Medina is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 42 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 13 mm of rainfall. Medina is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, June, July. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in Medina is hot. The average annual temperature is 84°F and approximately 1.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 0.5 in of rainfall. Medina is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, June, July. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°50°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 12°FebMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°MarMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 17°AprMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 21°MayMax: 39°Average: 33°Min: 25°JunMax: 43°Average: 36°Min: 28°JulMax: 42°Average: 36°Min: 28°AugMax: 43°Average: 36°Min: 29°SepMax: 42°Average: 36°Min: 28°OctMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 23°NovMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 19°DecMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°F110°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FFebMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FMarMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 63°FAprMax: 95°FAverage: 83°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 102°FAverage: 91°FMin: 77°FJunMax: 109°FAverage: 97°FMin: 83°FJulMax: 108°FAverage: 96°FMin: 83°FAugMax: 109°FAverage: 98°FMin: 85°FSepMax: 107°FAverage: 96°FMin: 83°FOctMax: 98°FAverage: 87°FMin: 74°FNovMax: 88°FAverage: 77°FMin: 65°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°F
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Temperatures in Medina vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 43°C and an average of 36°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Medina vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 109°F and an average of 98°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 13mmFebPrecipitation: 1mmMarPrecipitation: 2mmAprPrecipitation: 8mmMayPrecipitation: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 3mmSepPrecipitation: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 2mmNovPrecipitation: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 7mm
Precipitation
0in1inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.5inFebPrecipitation: 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.1inAprPrecipitation: 0.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.1inJunPrecipitation: 0inJulPrecipitation: 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.1inSepPrecipitation: 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.1inNovPrecipitation: 0.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.3in
Precipitation

Medina is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 42 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 13 mm of rainfall. April and December 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.Medina is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 1.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 0.5 in of rainfall. April and December 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/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 11km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Medina is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Medina is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°65°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar25°76°F
Apr28°83°F
May33°91°F
Jun36°97°F
Jul36°96°F
Aug36°98°F
Sep36°96°F
Oct31°87°F
Nov25°77°F
Dec20°69°F

The best time to visit Medina is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 5 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 43°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Medina is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.2 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 109°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 Medina 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 Medina 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
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C56 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C63 °F
31 °C88 °F
11 km/h7 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
35 °C95 °F
11 km/h7 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C77 °F
39 °C102 °F
10 km/h6 mph
1 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
28 °C83 °F
43 °C109 °F
11 km/h7 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
28 °C83 °F
42 °C108 °F
13 km/h8 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
29 °C85 °F
43 °C109 °F
11 km/h7 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
28 °C83 °F
42 °C107 °F
9 km/h6 mph
0 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
23 °C74 °F
37 °C98 °F
8 km/h5 mph
2 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
19 °C65 °F
31 °C88 °F
9 km/h6 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C58 °F
27 °C80 °F
10 km/h6 mph
7 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in