Ramadan 1448 is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027, subject to moon sighting, so the Kuwaiti holidays fall around its 18th day. Days are quiet; the city comes alive after iftar.
22 February: Founding Day
A public holiday marking 1727, when Muhammad bin Saud became ruler of Diriyah. This year it falls in Ramadan; check what events are planned.
25–26 February: Kuwaiti holidays
National Day falls on a Thursday and Liberation Day on a Friday, the start of the Saudi weekend. Book flights and hotels early.
Also this month
Riyadh Season
The seventh season opens in October 2026 and usually runs through the winter. In 2023 Boulevard World closed for the season on 22 March, the day before Ramadan began, so check which zones are open in February before you plan around them.
Cool weather
Expect highs around 24°C and lows near 11°C: perfect for walking, cold after dark.
Eid Al Fitr ahead
Eid is expected around 9–10 March 2027; if your trip runs on, expect celebrations and busy roads.