Season guide · Jeddah · Saudi Arabia
Jeddah in summer
June–September: weather, crowds, prices and the best things to do this time of year.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
Very hot and humid with warm nights; sightseeing only after dark, but warm seas and lower hotel prices. Expect highs up to 38°C (100°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F), with about 0 rainy days across June–September.
Key facts
- Months
- June–September
- Temperatures
- 25°C (77°F) to 38°C (100°F)
- Rainy days in the season
- About 0
- Sea
- 30°C (86°F) to 31°C (88°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in summer
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Daylight | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 37°C (99°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 | 13.4 h | 2/5 |
| July | 38°C (100°F) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 | 13.3 h | 2/5 |
| August | 37°C (99°F) | 28°C (82°F) | 0 | 12.9 h | 2/5 |
| September | 36°C (97°F) | 26°C (79°F) | 0 | 12.2 h | 2/5 |
Compared with the rest of the year: average highs of 37°C (99°F) against a yearly 34°C (93°F), and 0 of the year's roughly 5 rainy days fall in these 4 months. Crowds rate 2/5 and hotel prices 2/5 on average.
What's on in summer
Recurring events; dates move from year to year, so confirm with the organiser.
- September: Saudi National Day — fireworks and celebrations (23 September)
Make the most of the weather
Aquarium · Al Shati
Fakieh Aquarium
On the Corniche, this aquarium displays Red Sea marine life including sharks, rays, moray eels and reef fish in a series of tanks and tunnels.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
Experience · North Obhur
Snorkelling and diving at Obhur
Go between October and May, when the sea is warm but the air is less humid; bring reef shoes for rocky entries.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Expensive
- Active
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Couples
Waterfront · Al Shati
Jeddah Yacht Club and marina
On the northern Corniche next to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, the yacht club area has marina berths, waterside restaurants and lounges and promenades with views back to the city.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Expensive
- Couples
- After dark
- Food
- Views
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
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
Day trips in summer
- 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.
- Taif (About 2–3 hours by car) — At about 1,800 metres in the Sarawat mountains, Taif is noticeably cooler than Jeddah.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
Other times of year
Questions travellers ask
+Is summer a good time to visit Jeddah?
It is a trade-off: Very hot and humid with warm nights; sightseeing only after dark, but warm seas and lower hotel prices. The best months overall are November–March.
+What is the weather like in Jeddah in summer?
Highs of up to 38°C (100°F) and lows around 25°C (77°F), with about 0 rainy days over the season.