Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Major city · Population 1.3M
Madinah is the 4th largest city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 1,300,000 people as of 2026. This makes it the 384th largest city in the world, accounting for 3.68% of Saudi Arabia's total population of 35.3M. Madinah is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Riyadh timezone. The average annual temperature is 28.4°C with 47 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 604 meters above sea level.
Population
1,300,000
Global Rank
#384
Country Rank
#4
% of Saudi Arabia
3.68%
Avg Temperature
28.4°C
Annual Rainfall
47 mm
Elevation
604 m
Timezone
Asia/Riyadh
Madinah on the Map
Climate in Madinah
Madinah's warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Mar with 36 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Saudi Arabia at a Glance
Country Population
35,300,280
Capital
Riyadh
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
27
GDP per Capita
$35,122
Life Expectancy
78.7 years
Urban Population
84.5%
Growth Rate
0.05%
Other Major Cities in Saudi Arabia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Madinah with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sulţānah | 946,697 | 4 km |
| Yanbu | 200,161 | 163 km |
| Jeddah | 4,697,000 | 334 km |
| Makkah | 1,578,722 | 339 km |
| Ta’if | 688,693 | 365 km |
| Ha'il | 605,930 | 398 km |
| Unaizah | 183,319 | 477 km |
| Buraydah | 745,353 | 484 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Madinah?
The population of Madinah, Saudi Arabia is approximately 1,300,000 people, making it the 384th largest city in the world and the 4th largest in Saudi Arabia.
Is Madinah the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh. Madinah is the 4th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Madinah?
Madinah has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C and receives 47 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jun and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Madinah in?
Madinah is in the Asia/Riyadh timezone.