The perfect time to visit Saudi Arabia is sometime between November and February when the summer heat wave is over. The weather is much milder in the mountains and around Taif all year round, which makes these places popular summer destination. The Asir Mountains are at their finest a little earlier and a tad later than the rest of the country. The Kingdom's Islamic holidays are another significant factor in deciding when to tour Saudi Arabia. Getting a meal during the day can be tough, most businesses have opening hours that are kept to a bare minimum and officials can be discourteous.
HOLIDAYS
January - Ashoura
March - Prophet's Anniversary
July - Ascension of the Prophet
September - National Day
October - Eid Al Fitr
December - Eid Al Adha
You should know:
Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha are the only official holidays. Work schedules may be seriously disrupted during the month of Ramadan and businesses may commonly take time off for other Islamic holidays.
It may be difficult to obtain hotels and flights, especially in the Western province, during the period of the Hajj, immediately preceding Eid Al Adha.
Weekend – Friday
