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Abha, the high-altitude capital of the Asir region, is defined by its unique mud-and-stone architecture and misty mountain climate. This selection highlights the city's historical foundations, including the 1927 Shada Palace and the Ottoman-era Shamsan Castle. Visitors can navigate the rugged terrain via a specialized cable car network that connects the city center to Green Mountain and the lakeside New Abha district, while the traditional Tuesday Market offers a glimpse into local trade through regional honey and handicrafts.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

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Typical weather in January

Great

19° (feels like 15°) · extremes 4°–21°
7° at night
1 rainy day
25 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in February

Great

20° (feels like 17°) · extremes 6°–23°
9° at night
1 rainy day
24 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in March

Great

22° (feels like 18°) · extremes 7°–25°
10° at night
2 rainy days
25 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in April

Great

24° (feels like 21°) · extremes 10°–27°
13° at night
2 rainy days
24 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 12 · extreme

Typical weather in May

Great

27° (feels like 24°) · extremes 13°–31°
15° at night
2 rainy days
23 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 12 · extreme

Typical weather in June

Great

29° (feels like 26°) · extremes 15°–32°
17° at night
1 rainy day
24 sunny days
11 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in July

Great

28° (feels like 25°) · extremes 14°–31°
16° at night
2 rainy days
17 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in August

Great

28° (feels like 25°) · extremes 14°–31°
16° at night
3 rainy days
15 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in September

Great

29° (feels like 25°) · extremes 13°–31°
15° at night
1 rainy day
23 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 11 · extreme

Typical weather in October

Great

25° (feels like 22°) · extremes 10°–28°
12° at night
1 rainy day
28 sunny days
10 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 10 · very high

Typical weather in November

Great

22° (feels like 18°) · extremes 7°–24°
10° at night
1 rainy day
26 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in December

Great

20° (feels like 16°) · extremes 5°–22°
7° at night
1 rainy day
27 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 8 · very high

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency: Saudi Riyal SAR · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers: 112
Electricity: Type G
230 V · 60 Hz

Languages: Arabic
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +966

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Climate & when to visit

Typical weather in January

Typical weather in February

Typical weather in March

Typical weather in April

Typical weather in May

Typical weather in June

Typical weather in July

Typical weather in August

Typical weather in September

Typical weather in October

Typical weather in November

Typical weather in December

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