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Ra’s al Khafjī, Ash Sharqīyah Temperature & Weather History

Ash Sharqīyah, Saudi Arabia · Climate data since 1981
📍 28.4237°N, 48.5091°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
July
Avg 34.7°C
Min 30.2°C
Max 39.2°C
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg 16.4°C
Min 11.6°C
Max 21.1°C
Wettest Month
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January
13 mm
Driest Month
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July
0 mm
Most Humid
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February
66%
Least Humid
🌬️
June
48%
Highest Ever
🌡️
42.2°C
July 2025
Lowest Ever
🧊
7.8°C
February 2017

Ra’s al Khafjī Climate Overview

Ra’s al Khafjī has a warm subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains moderate throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating warm and dry conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January☀️21.1°C11.6°C16.4°C65%134.43.28
February☀️21.9°C11.8°C16.8°C66%114.24.03
March☀️25.4°C14.2°C19.8°C66%103.64.89
April🌞30.6°C18.2°C24.4°C62%133.25.53
May🔥35.7°C23.2°C29.4°C55%23.26.36
June🔥37.9°C27.8°C32.9°C48%04.26.92
July🔥39.2°C30.2°C34.7°C49%04.06.68
August🔥39.0°C30.6°C34.8°C53%03.76.49
September🔥37.7°C28.3°C33.0°C55%03.65.72
October🔥34.8°C24.7°C29.7°C57%13.64.61
November🌞29.8°C18.1°C23.9°C59%84.33.47
December☀️24.4°C13.7°C19.1°C63%84.53.04

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Ra’s al Khafjī Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Ra’s al Khafjī

January is Ra’s al Khafjī's coldest month, with average lows reaching 11.6°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 12.4°C22.5°C

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in Ra’s al Khafjī

Summer temperatures in Ra’s al Khafjī peak in July, climbing to 39.2°C.
🌡️July to September (avg) · 29.7°C38.6°C

🌤️ Limit midday outdoor exposure and stay hydrated — this is an intense Hot Summer.

🌧️ Rainiest Period in Ra’s al Khafjī

Ra’s al Khafjī sees its highest rainfall in January, receiving approximately 13 mm of precipitation.
🌧️January to April (avg) · up to 13 mm

☔ Rainfall is spread across the year with no sharply defined wet season.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Ra’s al Khafjī Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Ra’s al Khafjī, with average highs reaching 39.2°C, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to 11.6°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Ra’s al Khafjī

Ra’s al Khafjī receives its highest rainfall in January, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: January 13 mm☀️ Driest: July 0 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 66% in February · annual avg 58%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:26.2°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:67 mm
Avg Humidity:58%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Ra’s al Khafjī's recorded history was 2021 (avg: 27.8°C), while the coldest was 1992 (avg: 24.1°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Ra’s al Khafjī's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Ra’s al Khafjī's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 42.2°C in July 2025, while the lowest dropped to 7.8°C in February 2017.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Ra’s al Khafjī shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
21.6°C27.5°C33.3°C5156%4.1 m/s
2024 🌧️
22.1°C27.5°C32.9°C33358%4.3 m/s
2023
22.4°C27.4°C32.4°C5758%4.0 m/s
2022
21.8°C27.4°C32.9°C857%3.9 m/s
2021
22.2°C27.8°C33.3°C255%4.3 m/s
2020
21.9°C27.1°C32.3°C657%4.0 m/s
2019
22.2°C27.2°C32.3°C357%4.0 m/s
2018
22.2°C27.4°C32.5°C3858%3.9 m/s
2017
21.4°C26.7°C31.9°C156%3.9 m/s
2016
21.3°C26.8°C32.3°C1456%4.1 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Ra’s al Khafjī?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Ra’s al Khafjī, Ash Sharqīyah, with average high temperatures around 39.2°C.

What is the coldest month in Ra’s al Khafjī?

January is the coldest month in Ra’s al Khafjī, with average low temperatures around 11.6°C.

What is the rainiest month in Ra’s al Khafjī?

January receives the most rainfall with approximately 13 mm, while July is the driest with 0 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Ra’s al Khafjī?

The highest recorded temperature was 42.2°C in July 2025. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Ra’s al Khafjī?

The lowest recorded temperature was 7.8°C in February 2017.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Ra’s al Khafjī get?

Ra’s al Khafjī receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 6.92 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Ash Sharqīyah.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45