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Month guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia

Jeddah in April

What April is really like in Jeddah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.

Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team

Photo: Francisco Anzola, CC BY 2.0

Quick answer

April is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 34°C (93°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 12.6 hours of daylight. Heat and humidity rise; beach and reef trips are at their best in the mornings.

Key facts

Average high / low
34°C (93°F) / 22°C (72°F)
Rainy days
About 0
Daylight
About 12.6 hours
Sea temperature
27°C (81°F)
Crowds
Moderate
Hotel prices
Average

Weather in April

April is the 7th-warmest month in Jeddah: days average 34°C (93°F) against a yearly average high of 34°C (93°F), and nights fall to about 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 30 days. Compared with March (31°C (88°F)), April is warmer; by May highs climb to around 36°C (97°F).

Sunrise (15 April)
About 06:04
Sunset (15 April)
About 18:43
Daylight
About 12.6 hours
Sea
27°C (81°F)

Winter (December–February). Warm, sunny days around 29–30°C and pleasant evenings; peak season for sightseeing, beaches and events.

Crowds and prices

On a 1–5 scale, April rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.

Events in April

April has no major recurring festival in Jeddah, which usually means easier bookings.

What to do in April

With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.

Gallery · Al Rawdah and Tahlia

Hayy Jameel

Opened in 2021 by the Art Jameel foundation, this arts complex has galleries for contemporary art, Hayy Cinema for independent and Arab film, artists' studios, a library and cafés.

Time needed
1–2 hours
Cost
Low cost
  • Art
  • Rainy day
  • Off the beaten path
Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah), Jeddah
Photo: Francisco Anzola, CC BY 2.0

Historic site · Al-Balad

Al-Balad (Historic Jeddah)

Walk in the late afternoon and stay into the evening, when the souqs fill and the restored houses are lit.

Time needed
Half a day
Cost
Free
  • Iconic
  • History
  • Architecture
  • Free
  • Photo spot
  • After dark
Nasseef House, Jeddah
Photo: Richard Mortel from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, CC BY 2.0

Historic site · Al-Balad

Nasseef House

Built in the late 19th century for the merchant Omar Nasseef, this tall coral-stone house is one of Al-Balad's grandest.

Time needed
45 minutes
Cost
Low cost
  • History
  • Architecture
  • Iconic
King Fahd's Fountain, Jeddah
Photo: Ferdinand Reus from Arnhem, Holland, CC BY-SA 2.0

Landmark · Al Hamra and the Corniche

King Fahd's Fountain

Watch it from the Corniche promenade in Al Hamra after sunset, when it is lit and the sea breeze cools the air.

Time needed
30 minutes
Cost
Free
  • Iconic
  • After dark
  • Free
  • Views
  • Kids

The sea averages 27°C (81°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Jeddah.

What to pack

For highs near 34°C, lows near 22°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.

Is April a good time to visit Jeddah?

A shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.

Jeddah in other months

Questions travellers ask

+Is April a good time to visit Jeddah?

It is a shoulder-season month. Heat and humidity rise; beach and reef trips are at their best in the mornings.

+How warm is Jeddah in April?

Average highs are around 34°C (93°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).

+Does it rain a lot in Jeddah in April?

Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.