Month guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia
Jeddah in September
What September 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
September is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 36°C (97°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Still very humid, easing slightly late in the month; National Day brings celebrations along the Corniche.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 36°C (97°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 31°C (88°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 5th-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 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 0 of its 30 days. Compared with August (37°C (99°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 35°C (95°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:10
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:26
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 31°C (88°F)
Summer (June–September). Very hot and humid with warm nights; sightseeing only after dark, but warm seas and lower hotel prices.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
- Saudi National Day — fireworks and celebrations (23 September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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
Street · Al Rawdah and Tahlia
Tahlia Street
Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Street, known as Tahlia Street, is Jeddah's main upscale shopping and dining street, lined with fashion boutiques, malls, cafés and restaurants that stay busy late into the night.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Shopping
- After dark
- Food
Aquarium · Al Shati
Fakieh Aquarium
Visit at midday to escape the heat, then head to the Waterfront for the evening.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
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
The sea averages 31°C (88°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Jeddah.
What to pack
For highs near 36°C, lows near 26°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Jeddah?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, November–March are better overall. Compare every month.
Jeddah in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Jeddah?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Still very humid, easing slightly late in the month; National Day brings celebrations along the Corniche.
+How warm is Jeddah in September?
Average highs are around 36°C (97°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jeddah in September?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.