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Riyadh, December 1
Riyadh street view during December
Historical Weather Analysis

Riyadh Weather on December 1 — Best Time to Visit?

Based on 30 years of historical data, we have the answer.

clear-day

23.2°C

High

12.1°C

Low

6%

Rain

☀️ Feels like 23.3°C

clear-day
YES, IT'S PARADISE
Peak Season

December 1 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Riyadh. With minimal rain risk (6%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Riyadh right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.

Currency

SAR

ر.س Saudi riyal

Language

Arabic

Driving

Right side

Connect

Internet cafes can be found in the compu...

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.288

Riyadh Weather Forecast for December 1

"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.2°C. 6% chance of rain."

What to Wear in Riyadh in December

Based on historical data for December 1, Riyadh typically experiences temperatures between 12.1°C and 23.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (6% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.

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  • Light Jacket
  • Long Pants

Average High

extreme-hot

23.2°C

Daytime Peak

Average Low

extreme-cold

12.1°C

Nighttime Low

Feels Like

partly-cloudy-day

23.3°C

☀️ Feels accurate

Rain Chance

rain

6%

Avg 0.2mm if it rains

Cloud Cover

cloudy

32%

Overcast

Pressure

pressure

1019 hPa

Low volatility

Riyadh Weather Conditions & UV Index

Weather Confidence

30-year variance analysis

96%Highly Predictable

Based on 10 years of data

Temperature
±2.7°CModerate
Precipitation
3-10%Predictable

🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Sun Exposure

UV Index & Safety Guide

0Low
036811+

Protection Needed

SPF 15 for extended outdoor time

UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.

Outdoor Comfort

How pleasant is it outside?

99Excellent
TemperatureWarm
HumidityComfortable
WindBreezy

Dew Point

11.6°C

Pleasant

Heat Stress

Low

No heat warning

😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours

Travel & Logistics Insights

Local Calendar

Business Day

Standard hours in Saudi Arabia

Flight Traffic

High

88/100 pressure index

Health Advisory

Required

3 vaccines • View Details →

Landing Slots

~358

Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)

Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Riyadh

Daylight & Sun

Solar Elevation Cycle

🌅 Sunrise

06:22

☀️ Noon

11:43

🌇 Sunset

17:05

⏱️ Daylight

10h 43m

Golden Hour
Morning06:22 - 06:55
16:32 - 17:05Evening

Wind Speed

wind

17 km/h

Gentle breeze

Sunshine

clear-day

9.0 hrs

Direct Sun (Cloud-free)

Humidity

humidity

48%

Comfortable

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Travel Health & Safety in Riyadh

Travel Comfort Index

Real-time tourism conditions

Weather Quality

☀️ Excellent

95/100

Tourist Crowds

🟡 Busy

80/100

Price Level

💰💰💰 Expensive

95/100

Health & Wellbeing

Meteo-Health Forecast

100Score
Atmospheric Pressure1019 hPa
Volatility:Low
Migraine RiskLow

Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.

Joint Pain RiskLow

Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.

Fishing IndexFair

Moderate fish activity expected.

Air Quality Forecast
1701AQI
Hazardous
PM2.5 Concentration237 µg/m³

Hazardous. Stay indoors. Seal windows and doors.

Regional Safety Profile

Stable

Seismic Activity

Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.

Total events (30y):0
💡 No earthquake preparedness needed. Enjoy your stay!
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Riyadh on December 1 averages 23.2°C with a 6% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."

— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology

Riyadh Weather History (2010–2024)

Temperature History

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Hall of Fame

Records from last 10 years

Hottest
2025
27.5°C
Coldest
2018
12.4°C
Rainiest
2020
2.2mm

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📍 Is Riyadh Worth Visiting on December 1?

Planning a trip to Riyadh on December 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.2°C with a 6% historical precipitation risk.

✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 358 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.

💉 Health Advisory: 9 vaccinations are recommended for Saudi Arabia, including COVID-19.

📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.5°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 12.4°C in 2018.

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