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Arar, Saudi Arabia

Northern Borders Region · Saudi Arabia

Arar is a large city in Northern Borders Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 148,540. Elevation: 1,821 ft (555 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

148,540 Population 544/sq mi density
1,821 ft Elevation 555 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
3.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone

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About Arar

Arar

Arar is a city in northern Saudi Arabia. It is the seat of the Northern Borders Province. The city is located near the border with Iraq. As of the 2022 census, it had a population of 202,719.

People

Population148,540
Density544/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain3.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Population148,540
Population Density544 / sq mi
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates30.9753°, 41.0381°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceNorthern Borders Region
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Annual Precipitation3.3 inches (83 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Arar

Arar is a large city in Saudi Arabia (Northern Borders Region) with a population of 148,540. The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet (555 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 94°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Riyadh.

Climate in Arar

Arar has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Aug (34.4°C), the coldest is Jan (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 54 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.8°C / 50°F 3.5° / 16.2° 13.1
Feb 12.4°C / 54°F 5.7° / 19.1° 6.1
Mar 17°C / 63°F 9.3° / 24.8° 5.2
Apr 22.6°C / 73°F 14.6° / 30.6° 6.6
May 28.2°C / 83°F 19.9° / 36.5° 2.5
Jun 32.2°C / 90°F 24.1° / 40.4° 0.0
Jul 34.2°C / 94°F 26.1° / 42.2° 0.0
Aug 34.4°C / 94°F 26.1° / 42.7° 0.0
Sep 31.2°C / 88°F 22.8° / 39.7° 0.0
Oct 25.2°C / 77°F 17.2° / 33.3° 4.4
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 10° / 23.6° 7.8
Dec 11.9°C / 53°F 5.1° / 18.7° 8.5
Arar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 3.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 94°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Saudi Arabia avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Area273.0 sq mi (707.2 km²)
Population Density544/sq mi
Coordinates30.9753°N, 41.0381°W
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.3"
91% below Saudi Arabia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.67"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Aug 24, 1995.

Aug 24, 1995 119 km NW of ?uwayr, Saudi Arabia M3.5 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
May 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in
July 94°F (34°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 94°F (34°C) 0.0 in
September 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
October 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in
November 61°F (16°C) 0.3 in
December 52°F (11°C) 0.5 in

Arar has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 49°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.7") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Arar

Institution Type Founded Website
الكلية التقنية للبنين بعرعر College
جامعة الحدود الشمالية University
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كلية التقنية للبنات بعرعر College
مجمع كلية التربية للبنات College

Schools in Arar

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة طلحة بن عبيد الله
مدرسة ابن تيمية الثانوية
المعهد العلمي
متوسطة النعمان بن مقرن
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Hotels in Arar

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

دار أوتيل Dar Otel
مجموعة فنادق

Restaurants in Arar

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burganic restaurant
Kudu
مجموعة مطاعم ٢٤ ساعة

Cafes in Arar

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

4Cs

Theme Parks in Arar

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baijan Amusement Park

Gas Stations in Arar

16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al Drees
ALDREES
ALDREES
SA #4644517100
SA #4644981091
SA #4717928396
المدني
بتروفل اللقاء
عقيل غثوان
مجمع العنيد
محطة التويسان
محطة العنيد حي الربوه
محطة المنصوريه
محطة وقود
مهناء دبوس
وقود

Shopping Malls in Arar

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

عرعر مول
فالي مول

Airports Near Arar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arar Domestic AirportRAEMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arar

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Prince Mosque
مسجد
مسجد الزبير بن العوام
مسجد محمد عبدالله الحسين
مصلى العيد

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Riyadh
Elevation
536 m (1,759 ft)
Website
arar-mu.gov.sa/

Around Arar

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 3
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 3
Hotels 2
Parks 22
Places of Worship 92

🇸🇦 About Saudi Arabia

Capital Riyadh
Population 33,699,947
Area 1,960,582 km²
GDP (USD) $1,218,584,533,333
GDP per capita $36,157
HDI 0.875
Life expectancy 78.7 years
Internet users 100.0%
Urban population 84.3%
Currency SAR (Rial)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +966
TLD .sa
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arar

What is the population of Arar?

Arar has a population of 148,540 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 544 people per square mile, spread across 273.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Arar?

Arar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.3 inches.

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