Doha vs Riyadh

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Doha edges ahead as the better destination in January. Doha offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Riyadh sees 9 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Doha sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Riyadh is also comfortable at 20°C.

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

Doha reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Riyadh averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Doha receives approximately 11 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during January. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Riyadh sees 11 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.