Season guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia
Jeddah in spring
March–May: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Francisco Anzola, CC BY 2.0
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Quick answer
Warming quickly with rising humidity; mornings are good for diving and beach clubs. Expect highs up to 36°C (97°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F), with about 0 rainy days across March–May. March is among the best months of the year to visit.
Key facts
- Months
- March–May
- Temperatures
- 20°C (68°F) to 36°C (97°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 0
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F) to 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in spring
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 31°C (88°F) | 20°C (68°F) | 0 | 12 h | 4/5 |
| April | 34°C (93°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 | 12.6 h | 3/5 |
| May | 36°C (97°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 | 13.2 h | 2/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 34°C (93°F) against a yearly 34°C (93°F), and 0 of the year's roughly 5 rainy days fall in these 3 months. Crowds rate 3/5 and hotel prices 3/5 on average.
What's on in spring
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- March: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix — Formula 1 night race on the Corniche Circuit (usually March or April)
Make the most of the weather
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
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
Experience · North Obhur
Snorkelling and diving at Obhur
North of the city, dive centres and beach clubs around Sharm Obhur run boat trips to nearby coral reefs, drop-offs and wrecks in clear Red Sea water.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Couples
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
Day trips in spring
- 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.
- King Abdullah Economic City (About 1 hour by high-speed train or 1 hour 30 minutes by car) — This planned city on the coast north of Jeddah has long sandy beaches, a waterfront promenade, golf and water sports.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is spring a good time to visit Jeddah?
Yes: March is among the best months. Warming quickly with rising humidity; mornings are good for diving and beach clubs.
+What is the weather like in Jeddah in spring?
Highs of up to 36°C (97°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F), with about 0 rainy days over the season.