July · Saudi Arabia
Best time to visit Riyadh in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Riyadh in July
Average temperature 37°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
5.6/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 37°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 14%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Riyadh scores 5.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 37°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Riyadh spreads across the Najd plateau with mud-brick forts, modern towers and the old souqs of the Saudi capital.
July in Riyadh — middling scores, decent value
July averages 37°C (98°F) — genuinely punishing heat. Anything outdoors needs to happen before 10am.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 5.6/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 4.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Riyadh in July?
- In July, Riyadh averages 37°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Riyadh?
- July earns a 5.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Riyadh in July?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 14% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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