King Fahd Sports City

Stadium Large sports complex hosting football and athletics events

At the edge of Riyadh, King Fahd Sports City hosts large football matches, athletics meets and occasional concerts. Visitors attend league games and national events; the complex’s stadium, training grounds and parking infrastructure handle high-capacity crowds.

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King Fahd Sports City
Riyadh (King Fahd Sports City complex), Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
24.7882, 46.8392

How to Get to King Fahd Sports City #

The sports city is accessible by road from central Riyadh; taxis and private car are common means of access. For major events, organizers often arrange shuttle services from central collection points.

Tips for Visiting King Fahd Sports City #

  • Check event schedules in advance-stadiums in Riyadh host a mix of domestic league matches and major events that can sell out quickly.
  • Arrive early; local traffic and security checks around the stadium can add significant entry time.
  • If attending sporting events, review local guidelines for dress and behavior to ensure a comfortable visit.

Best Time to Visit King Fahd Sports City #

Major events scheduled in the cooler months; check fixture lists and local event calendars for specific dates.

Winter/Sports season
October-March · 15-25°C
Cooler weather for outdoor sports and major event scheduling.
Summer
June-September · 35-45°C
Typically too hot for most daytime events; most major sporting schedules avoid peak summer heat.

Weather & Climate near King Fahd Sports City #

Climate

King Fahd Sports City's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 197 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
OctoberMayNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
47°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
33%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
11.2h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 36 mm of rain and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 26°
28%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
25%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 26°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
32°C
Temperature
26° 38°
17%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.2h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 28°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
28° 41°
11%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
13.5h daylight

July

July is hot with highs of 42°C and lows of 29°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
36°C
Temperature
29° 42°
12%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 30°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
36°C
Temperature
30° 42°
13%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 26°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
26° 39°
15%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
21° 34°
20%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
10.8h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

90 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
44%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

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