Peak in August
Coolest in January
Heavy in December
Peak in dry season
AlUla Monthly Weather Guide
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Essential Travel Info for AlUla
Currency
SAR
ر.س Saudi riyal
Language
Arabic
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.288
Best Time to Visit AlUla
Location, climate overview & historical trends
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📍 26.6175° N, 37.9178° E
Open in Google MapsAlUla is a prominent destination in Saudi Arabia.
Located at 26.62°N latitude,AlUla experiences a subtropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.
Based on 30 years of data, August is the warmest month (avg. 41°C), while January is the coolest. December sees the most rain (2% chance), making October the driest month.
Historical Climate Trend
30-Year Analysis+1.41°C
Total over 30 years
+0.47°C
Per decade
Linear regression analysis of historical maximum temperatures for AlUla, based on 1995-2024 satellite data from NASA POWER.
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NASA POWER Data (1991-2021)January, February, March
Best months to visit
32°C
Avg High
Based on 30 years of NASA satellite data,AlUla receives approximately 0mm of rainfall annually. These months offer optimal temperatures and minimal rain probability for your visit.
Climate Trends
EXCLUSIVE1995-2040 Temperature Trend
1995 Avg
31.1°
2024 Avg
32.6°
2040 Proj
33.2°
+0.47°C
per decade (observed)
+0.40°C
per decade (CMIP6)
🌡️ AlUla has warmed by +1.4°C since 1995. By 2040, an additional +0.6°C is projected (based on CMIP6 rate of 0.4°C/decade), for a total of +2.0°C from 1995 baseline.
NASA POWER (1995-2024) + CMIP6 (CMCC_CM2_VHR4, EC_Earth3P_HR, FGOALS_f3_H, HiRAM_SIT_HR, MRI_AGCM3_2_S, NICAM16_8S)
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CDC travel health recommendations
COVID-19
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.
Hepatitis A
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Saudi Arabia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Saudi Arabia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Saudi Arabia.
Malaria
CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Saudi Arabia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAsir and Jazan (also spelled Jizan) Regions near the Yemen border onlyNo malaria transmission in the cities of Jeddah, Mecca, Medina, Riyadh (the capital), or Ta’ifDrug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. falciparum(primarily)P. vivax(rare)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes
Measles
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.
Meningococcal disease
Meningococcal vaccine isrequiredfor those traveling to Saudi Arabia to take part in Hajj or Umrah. In 2024 and 2025, cases ofmeningococcal diseasewere reported in people who traveled to Saudi Arabia for these mass gatherings. See the CDCHealth Advisoryand the Embassy of theKingdom of Saudi Arabia Hajj and Umrah Health Requirements.
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View Complete Health GuideAlUla Climate Data by Month
Historical temperature and precipitation averages
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Rain Probability (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 1% | ✨ Perfect |
| February | 23°C | 1% | ✨ Perfect |
| March | 27°C | 1% | ✨ Perfect |
| April | 32°C | 1% | 🔥 Hot |
| May | 36°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| June | 40°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| July | 40°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| August | 41°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| September | 39°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| October | 34°C | 0% | 🔥 Hot |
| November | 27°C | 2% | ✨ Perfect |
| December | 22°C | 2% | ✨ Perfect |
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AlUla Weather FAQ
When is the best time to visit AlUla?
Honestly, look for months with mild temperatures (20°C-25°C) and low rain chance. Based on historical data, January, February, March are usually great choices.
When is the hottest month in AlUla?
August is historically the hottest month in AlUla with average highs of 41°C.
When does it rain the most in AlUla?
December typically sees the highest probability of rain (2%).
Is AlUla expensive?
Prices vary by season. The "Perfect" weather months usually coincide with peak tourist season and higher prices, while the rainy or cold months offer better deals.