Doha vs Riyadh

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Doha edges ahead as the better destination in December. Doha offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Riyadh sees 10 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Doha sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Riyadh is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in December.

Doha reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Riyadh averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Doha receives approximately 14 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Riyadh sees 9 mm over 2 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Humidity also differs: Doha averages 70% while Riyadh sits at 78%. Riyadh will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.