Riyadh vs Doha

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Doha edges ahead as the better destination in July. Doha offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Riyadh sees 9 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Riyadh can feel quite hot at 40°C, so plan for heat. Doha runs hot at 41°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Doha is the stronger choice in July. Doha receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Riyadh reaches an average high of 40°C (104°F) and drops to 28°C (82°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Doha averages 41°C (106°F) for the high and 29°C (84°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°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 July.

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

Doha sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Doha the drier option by 2 rain days and 11 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Riyadh averages 35% while Doha sits at 70%. Doha will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.