January · Saudi Arabia
Best time to visit Hegra in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hegra in January
Average temperature 11°C, 6 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 55% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.5/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 55%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Hegra scores 8.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hegra, or Mada'in Salih, holds Nabataean rock-cut tombs in the desert near AlUla, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO site.
January in Hegra — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
January averages 11°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 6 mm for the month, with about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.5 hours of daylight to work with.
A 8.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Hegra (6th of 12); only March scores higher, at 9.6/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hegra in January?
- In January, Hegra averages 11°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Hegra?
- January earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hegra in January?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 55% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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