The best time to visit Saudi Arabia

Travelers interested in diving and hanging out on beaches will find tons of summer activities and things to do on the Red Sea and Persian Gulf coastlines. Tourists who want to spend more time sightseeing should visit in the winter or travel to the cooler, mountainous regions near Abha in Asir (Aseer) Province. Yes, there are some cool spots in the Kingdom! Saudi Arabia's summers can reach temperatures of over 40°C. Unless you're a masochist, you should avoid visiting Saudi Arabia in the summer. The cloudy, mountainous terrain of Asir province is generally quite pleasant during the summer, despite the high temperatures.

Winter, roughly between October and March, is the best time to visit Saudi Arabia. Between November and February, the weather is at its most pleasant. Temperatures typically begin to rise at the end of February or the beginning of March, though due to climate change, no one can be certain. Winter temperatures range from 25 to 30 degrees Celsius, depending on where you are in the country.