Climate Insights for As Safīrah

The climate in As Safīrah is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 223mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 49mm of rainfall. As Safīrah 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 5°C.

Temperatures in As Safīrah vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July 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 5°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

As Safīrah is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 223mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 49mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 49mm less than January, the wettest month. 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.

As Safīrah 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 July, averaging 29km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 14km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 17km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 28km/h in summer, 18km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in As Safīrah, which began on March 20, 2026. As Safīrah 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 July at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit As Safīrah is during April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for As Safīrah 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.