Climate Insights for Medina

The climate in Medina is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1837mm of precipitation falls per year. Medina receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Medina sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Medina sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 29°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 21°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Medina is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1837mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 153mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 269mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 76mm. That's 193mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Medina is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Medina, which began on June 21, 2026. Medina sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 83 days from now.

The best time to visit Medina is during January, February, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 83mm per month. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

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.