Riyadh vs Doha

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Doha edges ahead as the better destination in April. Doha offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Riyadh sees 11 sunshine hours and 3 rain days.

Riyadh can feel quite hot at 33°C, so plan for heat. Doha runs hot at 32°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Doha is the stronger choice in April. Doha receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Riyadh reaches an average high of 33°C (91°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 14°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Doha averages 32°C (90°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Riyadh receives approximately 14 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during April. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Doha sees 4 mm over 1 rain days. That makes Doha the drier option by 2 rain days and 10 mm of total precipitation.

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