May · Saudi Arabia
Best time to visit Jeddah in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Jeddah in May
Average temperature 33°C, 6 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 38% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.5/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 33°C
- Rainfall
- 6 mm
- Humidity
- 38%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Jeddah scores 9.5/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 33°C, 6 mm of rain, and roughly 31 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.
May is one of the strongest months in Jeddah (5th)
May averages 33°C (91°F) — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.
Rain is a non-issue at 6 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Jeddah (5th of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Jeddah in May?
- In May, Jeddah averages 33°C, 6 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Jeddah?
- May earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Jeddah in May?
- Expect about 6 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 38% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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