The best times to visit Medina for ideal weather are

November 19th to March 4th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Medina Travel Info

Weather in Medina

Temperature

Average temperatures in Medina vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 54th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Medina, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid August where highs are regularly around 111.9°F (44.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 88°F (31.1°C) at night.

Medina Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Medina Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Medina Perceived Temperature (F)

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Medina Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Medina Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 76.4 65.4 53.8
Feb 82.6 71.3 58.9
Mar 89.1 77.5 64.5
Apr 96 84.5 71.3
May 103.9 92.8 79
Jun 109.1 97.9 84.1
Jul 110 99.2 86.5
Aug 111.2 100 87.7
Sep 107.8 96.7 83.6
Oct 99.2 87.7 74.5
Nov 86.6 75.6 64.1
Dec 78.9 68.1 56.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.7 18.6 12.1
Feb 28.1 21.8 14.9
Mar 31.7 25.3 18.1
Apr 35.6 29.2 21.8
May 39.9 33.8 26.1
Jun 42.8 36.6 28.9
Jul 43.3 37.3 30.3
Aug 44 37.8 30.9
Sep 42.1 35.9 28.7
Oct 37.3 30.9 23.6
Nov 30.3 24.2 17.8
Dec 26.1 20.1 13.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Medina are May, September, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late November to early December with an average of 0 days of significant precipitation the week of November 26th.

When can you find snow in Medina? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Medina.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Medina (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.1
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 1% 0 0.1
Apr 2% 0 0.3
May 0% 0 0
Jun 0% 0 0
Jul 0% 0 0.1
Aug 0% 0 0.1
Sep 0% 0 0
Oct 0% 0 0.2
Nov 3% 0 0.6
Dec 1% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 1 0 0.3
Apr 2 0 0.8
May 0 0 0
Jun 0 0 0
Jul 0 0 0.3
Aug 0 0 0.3
Sep 0 0 0
Oct 0 0 0.5
Nov 3 0 1.5
Dec 1 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Medina has no months that would be considered humid, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is June (5.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (23.8%).

Wind in Medina is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by August and April. July’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late August where average top sustained speeds reach 15 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Medina.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.1 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Feb 5.9 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6.2 Light breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Apr 6.2 Light breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
May 6 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jul 6.6 Light breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Aug 6.3 Light breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 5.3 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 23.8%
Feb 17.1%
Mar 11.5%
Apr 10.7%
May 6.8%
Jun 5.3%
Jul 6.4%
Aug 7.4%
Sep 6.6%
Oct 9.7%
Nov 21.4%
Dec 23.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Medina?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Saudi Arabia; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Medina, Saudi Arabia is January, followed by November and December. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Medina in August. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 60.1 in August means 60.1% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Medina Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 108.6°F (42.6°C) and 84.8°F (29.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Medina, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 109.6°F (43.1°C) and 80.6°F (27°C), which will feel warmer than comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a barely noticeable amount: 0 to 1 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Medina to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84.8°F (29.3°C) and 73.6°F (23.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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