Season guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia
Jeddah in autumn
October–November: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
Heat eases and evenings become comfortable again, with excellent diving conditions. Expect highs up to 35°C (95°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F), with about 2 rainy days across October–November. November is among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- October–November
- Temperatures
- 22°C (72°F) to 35°C (95°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 2
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F) to 30°C (86°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in autumn
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 35°C (95°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 | 11.6 h | 3/5 |
| November | 33°C (91°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 | 11.1 h | 4/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 34°C (93°F) against a yearly 34°C (93°F), and 2 of the year's roughly 5 rainy days fall in these 2 months. Crowds rate 4/5 and hotel prices 4/5 on average.
Make the most of the weather
Waterfront · Al Shati
Jeddah Yacht Club and marina
Come for dinner at sunset and a walk along the marina promenade.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Couples
- After dark
- Food
- Views
Landmark · Al Hamra and the Corniche
King Fahd's Fountain
Built in the 1980s just off the central Corniche, this fountain shoots a jet of seawater up to about 300 metres, among the highest in the world.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- After dark
- Free
- Views
- Kids
Waterfront · Al Hamra and the Corniche
Jeddah Corniche and open-air sculptures
Walk or cycle a section at sunset; the central Corniche near the sculpture museum is the most interesting stretch.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Outdoors
- Couples
Waterfront · Al Shati
Jeddah Waterfront
The redeveloped northern section of the Corniche has landscaped lawns, walking and cycling paths, children's play areas, fishing piers and public beaches.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- After dark
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Religious site · Al Shati
Al-Rahmah Mosque
Photograph it from the shore at sunset; if you go inside, dress modestly and avoid prayer times.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Architecture
- Free
- Photo spot
- Views
Day trips in autumn
- Taif (About 2–3 hours by car) — At about 1,800 metres in the Sarawat mountains, Taif is noticeably cooler than Jeddah.
- Al Shafa (About 3 hours by car) — South of Taif, the mountain villages of Al Shafa sit above 2,000 metres among terraced fruit farms growing pomegranates, figs and grapes.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is autumn a good time to visit Jeddah?
Yes: November is among the best months. Heat eases and evenings become comfortable again, with excellent diving conditions.
+What is the weather like in Jeddah in autumn?
Highs of up to 35°C (95°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F), with about 2 rainy days over the season.