Month guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia
Jeddah in May
What May is really like in Jeddah: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
May is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 36°C (97°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 13.2 hours of daylight. Hot and increasingly humid; plan sightseeing early and late.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 36°C (97°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 13.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in May
May is the 4th-warmest month in Jeddah: days average 36°C (97°F) against a yearly average high of 34°C (93°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 31 days. Compared with April (34°C (93°F)), May is warmer; by June highs stay near 37°C (99°F).
- Sunrise (15 May)
- About 05:44
- Sunset (15 May)
- About 18:54
- Daylight
- About 13.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°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, May rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes May one of the better-value months to book.
Events in May
May has no major recurring festival in Jeddah, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in May
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Landmark · Al-Balad
Bab Makkah and its souq
Combine it with Souq Al Alawi; the two souqs connect through the old town on foot.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Shopping
- Free
Waterfront · Al Hamra and the Corniche
Jeddah Corniche and open-air sculptures
The seafront road and promenades stretch for about 30 km along the Red Sea.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Art
- Outdoors
- Couples
Waterfront · Al Shati
Jeddah Waterfront
Bring a picnic and stay for the evening; weekdays are calmer than Thursday and Friday nights.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- After dark
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Religious site · Al Shati
Al-Rahmah Mosque
Completed in 1985, this white mosque stands on pillars over the sea on the northern Corniche, so at high tide it appears to float.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Architecture
- Free
- Photo spot
- Views
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Jeddah.
What to pack
For highs near 36°C, lows near 24°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is May a good time to visit Jeddah?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Jeddah in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is May a good time to visit Jeddah?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Hot and increasingly humid; plan sightseeing early and late.
+How warm is Jeddah in May?
Average highs are around 36°C (97°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jeddah in May?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.