Petra vs Riyadh in May

Petra is the better pick in May — 91 vs 49 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Petra is warm, dry, while Riyadh is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.

Petra vs RiyadhMay climate, side by side

PetraRiyadh
Comfort score91/100 (S)49/100 (F)
Feels-like high27°C37°C
Avg high / low28° / 16°39° / 24°
Rainfall3 mm3 mm
Rainy days11
Humidity34%17%
Air quality (AQI)64171

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Petra vs Riyadh in May — FAQ

Is May better in Petra or Riyadh?
Petra is the better pick in May — 91 vs 49 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Petra is warm, dry, while Riyadh is sweltering, dry, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Petra vs Riyadh in May?
In May, Petra averages 28°C high / 16°C low with about 3 mm of rain; Riyadh averages 39°C high / 24°C low with about 3 mm.