January 8 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Riyadh. With minimal rain risk (5%) and pleasant highs of 20°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Riyadh is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Riyadh
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 January 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.7°C. 5% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Riyadh in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Riyadh typically experiences temperatures between 8.5°C and 19.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (5% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Riyadh
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
19.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
5%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
33%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.3 hPa
Low volatility
Riyadh Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 80% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 133 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 200 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 333 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.3°C
Dry air
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
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~406
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Riyadh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:40
☀️ Noon
12:00
🌇 Sunset
17:21
⏱️ Daylight
10h 41m
Wind Speed
18.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
51%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Riyadh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Hazardous. Stay indoors. Seal windows and doors.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Riyadh on January 8 averages 19.7°C with a 5% 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
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Riyadh Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Riyadh on January 8? 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 19.7°C with a 5% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 406 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 January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.6°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 6.6°C in 2022.