Climate Insights for Turaif

, Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia

Hottest
August
38°C peak
Coldest
January
4°C low
Wettest
March
15mm rain
Best to Visit
April, October, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Turaif is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 73mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 15mm of rainfall. Turaif is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 4° Feb Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 5° Mar Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 8° Apr Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° May Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 17° Jun Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 21° Jul Max: 38° Average: 32° Min: 24° Aug Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Sep Max: 36° Average: 29° Min: 21° Oct Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 17° Nov Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 10° Dec Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 5°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Turaif vary considerably across the year, with a 34°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 9°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 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 13mm Mar Precipitation: 15mm Apr Precipitation: 5mm May Precipitation: 3mm Jun Precipitation: 1mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 4mm Nov Precipitation: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 9mm
Precipitation

Turaif is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 73mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 15mm of rainfall. February and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. 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/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 22km/h Feb Wind Speed: 22km/h Mar Wind Speed: 25km/h Apr Wind Speed: 24km/h May Wind Speed: 24km/h Jun Wind Speed: 23km/h Jul Wind Speed: 22km/h Aug Wind Speed: 21km/h Sep Wind Speed: 18km/h Oct Wind Speed: 18km/h Nov Wind Speed: 19km/h Dec Wind Speed: 20km/h
Wind Speed

Turaif is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 25km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 18km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Turaif, which began on March 20, 2026. Turaif is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 32°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 24mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 22km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 10 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 16mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 4 to 16°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 32mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb 11°
Mar 15°
Apr 20°
May 25°
Jun 29°
Jul 32°
Aug 31°
Sep 29°
Oct 23°
Nov 15°
Dec 10°

The best time to visit Turaif is during April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 7mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. 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 Turaif 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
4 °C
14 °C
22 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
5 °C
16 °C
22 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
8 °C
21 °C
25 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
27 °C
24 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
32 °C
24 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
36 °C
23 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
38 °C
22 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
38 °C
21 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
36 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
30 °C
18 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Nov
10 °C
21 °C
19 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Dec
5 °C
16 °C
20 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
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