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Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Eastern Province · Saudi Arabia
Dhahran is a mid-size city in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia with a population of 99,540. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Dhahran
Dhahran is a city located in the Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. With a total population of 143,936 as of 2022, it is a major administrative center for the Saudi oil industry. Together with the nearby cities of Dammam and Khobar, Dhahran forms part of the Dammam Metropolitan Area, which is commonly known as greater Dammam and has an estimated population of 2.2 million as of 2022.
People
Climate
| Population | 99,540 |
| Population Density | 2,578 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.2886°, 50.1140° |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
| Country | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.0 inches (77 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dhahran
Dhahran is a mid-size city in Saudi Arabia (Eastern Province) with a population of 99,540. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 95°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Riyadh.
Climate in Dhahran
Dhahran has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Jul (36.9°C), the coldest is Jan (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 90 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Saudi Arabia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 38.6 sq mi (100.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,578/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2886°N, 50.1140°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 95°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 95°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in |
Dhahran has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 60°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Dhahran
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ubay Bin Thabit Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة رواد المدارات الاهلية - بنات | — | — | — | — |
| Dhahran Ahliyya Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الخامسة الابتدائية للبنات بالظهران | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة المتوسطة الثالثة للبنات بالظهران | — | — | — | — |
| Ibn Al Muthaffar Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
| Imam Saud Alkabeer Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Prince Fahd Bin Salman Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ajyal GEMS international school | — | — | — | — |
| Dhahran Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Dhahran Hills School (Elementary) | — | — | — | — |
| University secondary schools | — | — | — | — |
| Higher Elementary Schools Boys | — | — | — | — |
| University Schools - General Management | — | — | — | — |
| University Schools - Kindergarten | — | — | — | — |
| University Schools - Girls | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dhahran
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Arabic 1413 AM | news, world middle east | MP3 56 kbps | |
| Bahrain FM 93.3 (BH) | bahrain, bahrain fm 93.3 | AAC 1066 kbps | |
| Traditional Radio 95.0 (BH) | bahrain, traditional radio 95.0 | UNKNOWN | |
| Bestfriend FM 91.1 | opm, variety | MP3 | |
| Radio Disney KSA 87.7 FM | hot ac, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SBA Khuzama Radio 90.5 FM | islam music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KSA Dance FM 101.5 | dance, edm | AAC | |
| Voice of Ummah (BH) | — | MP3 32 kbps | |
| OFW Kabayan Radio 105.5 FM | opm, variety | AAC 64 kbps | |
| SBA Saudia Radio 103.6 FM | variety, world middle east | MP3 128 kbps | |
| V81 Radio KSA 94.3 FM | opm, world middle east | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Saudia Radio 103.6 FM | world middle east | MP3 |
Museums in Dhahran
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Aramco Exhibit | ||||
| Taybeen Museum |
Libraries in Dhahran
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Building 8 Main Liberary | 0.0 | |||||
| Recreation Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة كامبوس | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة كامبوس | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dhahran
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lulu Mall Dammam | |||||
| Lulu Mall Dammam |
Hotels in Dhahran
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dhahran
24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dhahran
14 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Dhahran
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dhahran
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dhahran
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dhahran
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Dhahran
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dhahran
17 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dhahran
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dhahran
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dhahran
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Dhahran
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dhahran
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dhahran
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mohammad bin Fahd Stadium | ||
| S1 The Stadium |
Airports Near Dhahran
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bahrain International Airport | BAH | Large Airport |
| King Abdulaziz Air Base | DHA | Large Airport |
| King Fahd International Airport | DMM | Large Airport |
| Ras Tanura Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Sheik Isa Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Abqaiq Airport | — | Small Airport |
| King Abdulaziz Naval Base | — | Small Airport |
| Sakhir Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dhahran
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 149 | |
| Aramco Dhahran Main Post Office | |
| SMSA |
Treatment Centers in Dhahran
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alauwasat hospital | ||
| AlMana General Hospital | ||
| Health & Life Polyclinic | ||
| Inpatient/Outpatient | ||
| Millennium Dental center | ||
| Oncology/Cancer Care | ||
| Operating Rooms | ||
| Primary Care | ||
| Salama Hospital | ||
| Speciality Clinics |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dhahran
31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ad Diwan (Bilal bin Rabah) Mosque | |
| Al Mujammah (Abu Bakr Al Siddiq) Mosque | |
| Al Munirah (Omar bin Al Khattab) Mosque | |
| Al Rabiyah (Uthman bin Affan) Mosque | |
| Ali Bin Abi Taleb Mosque | |
| Ali ibn Abi Talib Mosque | |
| Dhahran Grand Mosque | |
| Dhahran Hills (Musa'ab bin Omair) Mosque | |
| Faisal Al Qahtani Mosque | |
| Hassan Ibn Thabit Mosque | |
| Ibn Taymiyah Mosque | |
| Ibrahim Al Omar Mosque | |
| Imam Abdulaziz Bin Baz Mosque | |
| Imam Ibn Al Qayyim Mosque | |
| Jabal Mosque | |
| Jebel Heights (Ali bin Abi Talib) Mosque | |
| Mohammad Ibn Abdulwahab Mosque | |
| Muadh Ibn Jabal Mosque | |
| Othman Ibn Affan Mosque | |
| Prince Mohammad bin Fahd Mosque |
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Around Dhahran
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dhahran
1 places within 15 km
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What is the population of Dhahran?
Dhahran has a population of 99,540 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 2,578 people per square mile, spread across 38.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dhahran?
Dhahran has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.0 inches.