Month guide · Riyadh · Saudi Arabia
Riyadh in February
What February is really like in Riyadh: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Riyadh. Expect average highs of 23°C (73°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. Warm afternoons and pleasant evenings outdoors; desert camping and Edge of the World trips are popular.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 23°C (73°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 10th-warmest month in Riyadh: days average 23°C (73°F) against a yearly average high of 33°C (91°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 28 days. Compared with January (20°C (68°F)), February is warmer; by March highs climb to around 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:27
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 17:48
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
Autumn (October–November). Temperatures fall from hot to comfortable, and Riyadh Season and other events begin.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Founding Day — national holiday with heritage events (22 February)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Castle · Deira and Al Batha
Masmak Fortress
This clay-and-mudbrick fort with four watchtowers was built in the 1860s and is where Abdulaziz Ibn Saud's men captured Riyadh in 1902, the event that began the founding of modern Saudi Arabia.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Kids
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Museum · Al Murabba
National Museum of Saudi Arabia
Allow at least two hours and start at the top of the chronology; the gardens of the historical centre are pleasant in the evening.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Kids
- Art
Palace · Al Murabba
Murabba Palace
King Abdulaziz moved his court to this square mudbrick palace outside the old walls in the 1930s.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
Market · Deira and Al Batha
Souq Al Zal
Come in the late afternoon or evening, when traders are most active and the heat has eased.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- History
- Photo spot
What to pack
For highs near 23°C, lows near 11°C and 2 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Riyadh?
One of the best months to visit Riyadh, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are March and November–January. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Riyadh?
It is one of the best months to visit Riyadh. Warm afternoons and pleasant evenings outdoors; desert camping and Edge of the World trips are popular.
+How warm is Riyadh in February?
Average highs are around 23°C (73°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Riyadh in February?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.