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Madinah · official climate averages

Madinah weather by month

The usual weather in Madinah each month, from the official averages of the National Center for Meteorology, so you can choose when to travel and what to pack.

43.8°Chottest month · August
26.0°Caverage high in December
13.9 mmwettest month · November

Weather today

For today's temperature, the forecast and any rain or heat warnings in Madinah, use the National Center for Meteorology page. It is updated through the day.

Today's weather in Madinah (NCM)

Madinah weather month by month

MonthAverage highAverage lowRain
JanuaryNot published
FebruaryNot published
March30.8°C17.4°C5.3 mm
April35.5°C21.7°C6.5 mm
May39.7°C25.9°C4.5 mm
June43.0°C29.0°C0.2 mm
July43.0°C29.8°C1.3 mm
August43.8°C30.5°C3.9 mm
September42.3°C28.6°C0.3 mm
October37.3°C23.5°C5.2 mm
November30.4°C18.0°C13.9 mm
December26.0°C14.0°C7.0 mm

Averages for 1991–2020 from the National Center for Meteorology. The National Center for Meteorology has not published averages for January and February for this station.

Best time to visit Madinah by weather

Of the months published, the coolest are November, December and March, with average highs of 26.0–30.8°C. From June to September the average high is 42.3°C or more.

Rain is light overall. The wettest month is November, with 13.9 mm on average.

The National Center for Meteorology has not published averages for January and February for this station.

Madinah or Makkah: which is hotter?

In winter Madinah is cooler than Makkah: in December its average high is 26.0°C against 32.4°C in Makkah. In summer both cities pass 42°C. Makkah weather by month.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Madinah in December?

The average high in December is 26.0°C and the average low 14.0°C, with 7.0 mm of rain on average.

What is the hottest month in Madinah?

August, with an average high of 43.8°C.

When does it rain in Madinah?

Rain is light. The wettest month is November (13.9 mm on average). Heavy showers can still cause flooding: check the National Center for Meteorology warnings before you go out.

Where can I check today's weather in Madinah?

On the National Center for Meteorology page for Madinah, which shows the current weather, the forecast and active warnings.

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