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Jeddah & the Red Sea coast

Jeddah & the Red Sea coast · Saudi Arabia · Jeddah

A historic quarter of coral-stone townhouses with carved wooden balconies unlike anywhere else on the peninsula, a Red Sea coastline being developed into some of the region's newest diving destinations, and a corniche sculpture trail that turns an evening walk into an open-air gallery.

The best time to visit Jeddah & the Red Sea coast is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 36°C (96°F). Local time there is 07:37 (UTC+3).

Best time to go
Nov–Mar
Budget on the ground
$$ · mid-range
Nearest airport
JED · Jeddah

Good for

In season

The year at a glance

Light0 to 24h High24 to 44°C75 to 111°F Rain0 to 40mm0 to 1.6in

January · high 82°F · rain 1.2in · 10.9h of daylight · in the recommended window

shaded columns are the recommended window

Ramadan falls around 7 February to 8 March in 2027. Daytime cafés and restaurants often keep shorter hours.

Jeddah & the Red Sea coast month by month, the same numbers the figure draws
MonthHigh °CHigh °FRain mmRain inLightNotes
January28°C82°F31mm1.2in10.9h10.9hin the recommended window
February29°C83°F6mm0.2in11.4h11.4hin the recommended window
March31°C88°F4mm0.2in12.0h12.0hin the recommended window
April34°C94°F3mm0.1in12.6h12.6h
May37°C99°F0mm0.0in13.2h13.2h
June38°C101°F0mm0.0in13.4h13.4h
July38°C101°F0mm0.0in13.3h13.3h
August38°C101°F0mm0.0in12.9h12.9h
September38°C100°F0mm0.0in12.2h12.2h
October36°C97°F4mm0.2in11.6h11.6h
November33°C91°F30mm1.2in11.1h11.1hin the recommended window
December30°C86°F23mm0.9in10.8h10.8hin the recommended window

Good to know

Currency
SARSaudi riyal
Language
Arabic
Plug
G · 220/230 V
Driving
on the right

Divide a price in SAR by 4 and you have it in USD, near enough (1 USD = 3.75 SAR).

United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.

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Common questions

When is the best time to visit Jeddah & the Red Sea coast?

The best time to visit Jeddah & the Red Sea coast is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 36°C (96°F).

How warm does Jeddah & the Red Sea coast get?

Typical daytime highs in Jeddah & the Red Sea coast are Mar–May 34°C (93°F), Jun–Aug 38°C (101°F), Sep–Nov 36°C (96°F), Dec–Feb 29°C (84°F).

Is Jeddah & the Red Sea coast expensive?

On the ground, Jeddah & the Red Sea coast is mid-range.

What sort of trip is Jeddah & the Red Sea coast good for?

Jeddah & the Red Sea coast is good for sunshine and salt water, old stones and real towns, eating extremely well, moving about and doing things.

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