Riyadh vs Doha

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Doha edges ahead as the better destination in March. Doha offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 2 rain days, while Riyadh sees 11 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Riyadh sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Doha is also comfortable at 27°C.

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

Riyadh reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 14°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Doha averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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 March.

Riyadh receives approximately 12 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during March. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Doha sees 12 mm over 2 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

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