January · Saudi Arabia
Best time to visit Jeddah in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jeddah in January
Average temperature 24°C, 7 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 7 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Jeddah scores 9.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 7 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's Red Sea gateway, its UNESCO Al-Balad quarter of coral houses facing the corniche.
January is one of the strongest months in Jeddah (6th)
With 24°C (74°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 7 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Jeddah at 9/10 (6th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jeddah in January?
- In January, Jeddah averages 24°C, 7 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Jeddah?
- January earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jeddah in January?
- Expect about 7 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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