Tabuk, Saudi Arabia

Tabuk Region · Saudi Arabia

Tabuk is a major city in Tabuk Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 886,036. Elevation: 2,520 ft (768 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

886,036 Population 3,163/sq mi density
2,520 ft Elevation 768 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
1.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Riyadh Timezone

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About Tabuk

Tabuk

Tabuk is the seat city of Tabuk Province in northwestern Saudi Arabia. It lies near the Jordan–Saudi Arabia border.

People

Population886,036
Density3,163/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain1.8 in/yr
Elevation2,520 ft (768 m)
Population886,036
Population Density3,163 / sq mi
Elevation2,520 ft (768 m)
Coordinates28.3998°, 36.5715°
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Country🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
State / ProvinceTabuk Region
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation1.8 inches (45 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Tabuk

Tabuk is a major city in Saudi Arabia (Tabuk Region) with a population of 886,036. The city sits at an elevation of 2,520 feet (768 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Riyadh.

Climate in Tabuk

Tabuk has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jul (32°C), the coldest is Jan (11.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 29 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.7°C / 53°F 4.7° / 18.7° 11.2
Feb 13.8°C / 57°F 6.5° / 21.1° 2.3
Mar 18°C / 64°F 10.2° / 25.7° 4.1
Apr 22.5°C / 73°F 14.7° / 30.3° 1.2
May 27.2°C / 81°F 19.4° / 34.9° 2.2
Jun 30.2°C / 86°F 22.4° / 38.1° 0.1
Jul 32°C / 90°F 24.7° / 39.4° 0.1
Aug 32°C / 90°F 24.5° / 39.5° 0.1
Sep 29.6°C / 85°F 21.9° / 37.4° 0.2
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 17.1° / 32.6° 3.0
Nov 18°C / 64°F 10.9° / 25.1° 2.5
Dec 13.1°C / 56°F 6.1° / 20.1° 2.4
Tabuk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 1.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,520 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Saudi Arabia avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)

Geography

Elevation2,520 ft (768 m)
Area280.1 sq mi (725.6 km²)
Population Density3,163/sq mi
Coordinates28.3998°N, 36.5715°E
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 1.8"
95% below Saudi Arabia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 0.47"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 23, 2004.

Jun 22, 2004 73 km SSE of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia M4.7 74 km
Jun 9, 2004 70 km SSE of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia M4.6 71 km
Dec 11, 1995 94 km ESE of Dahab, Egypt M4.5 111 km
Dec 2, 1995 55 km ESE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.4 145 km
Dec 10, 1995 85 km SE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.3 113 km
Dec 3, 1995 69 km ESE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.2 131 km
Dec 24, 1995 42 km SE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.2 149 km
Dec 4, 1995 65 km SE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.2 136 km
Feb 12, 1996 93 km E of Dahab, Egypt M4.1 111 km
Oct 5, 1999 78 km SE of Al Quwayrah, Jordan M4.1 122 km
Feb 12, 1996 102 km W of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia M4.1 102 km
Nov 22, 1995 75 km ESE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.0 124 km
Jan 24, 1996 54 km ESE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M4.0 145 km
Apr 28, 1994 63 km SE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M3.9 142 km
Dec 30, 1995 84 km W of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia M3.9 85 km
Jun 23, 2004 68 km SSE of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia M3.9 68 km
Jul 2, 1990 70 km ESE of Nuwaybi‘a, Egypt M3.8 130 km
Feb 9, 1994 72 km E of Dahab, Egypt M3.7 131 km
Jul 28, 1995 66 km SE of Tala Bay, Jordan M2.7 129 km
Mar 22, 1995 67 km SSE of Ma'an, Jordan M2.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Uwayrid, Harrat (161 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Uwayrid, Harrat Volcanic field 1,920 m (6,299 ft) 640 161 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in
March 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
May 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
June 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in
September 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Wettest
December 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in

Tabuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 51°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (0.5") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Tabuk

Institution Type Founded Website
Faculty of Education and Arts College - ,
Fahad Bin Sultan University University - ,
Industrial Secondary Institute at Tabuk University - ,
Technical and Vocational Training Corporation University - ,
University of Tabuk University - ,
University of Tabuk 2 University - ,

Schools in Tabuk

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
منارات تبوك - - - -
منارات تبوك - - - -
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Hotels in Tabuk

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al-Mawasem Al-Arbaa Hotel Suites
Compound Alfal
Compound Najrani
Hilton Garden Inn Tabuk
الاندلس
جراند ميلينيوم
فندق تبوك بلازا
فندق سحاب

Restaurants in Tabuk

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

albustan ( garden and restaurant)
Hardees
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Kudu
Kudu
Kudu
Lahore
Taj Indian Restaurant
مطاعم يمنية ومطاعم سمك شعبية

Cafes in Tabuk

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gray Bird Cafe
Majlis Hospitality ديوانية ضيافة المجلس
Sky Coffee
كافية تاج محل

Castles in Tabuk

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tabuk Castle
Tabuk castle

Train Stations in Tabuk

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Muhtatab

Bus Stations in Tabuk

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northwest Bus Station, Tabuk

Gas Stations in Tabuk

87 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Sahel Gas Station
ALDREES
ALDREES
MAJEED ALSHREEF
NAFT
Najrani fuel station
petroshar
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SASCO
SASCO
SASCO
محطة الدريس
محطة ساسكو
محطة ساسكو

Banks in Tabuk

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NCB Bank
Riyadh Bank

Shopping Malls in Tabuk

4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Sannabel
Alhukair Mall
Park Mall
الراقي مول

Stadiums & Teams in Tabuk

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Airports Near Tabuk

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz International AirportTUULarge Airport
Al Bir Highway Strip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tabuk

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Al Tawbah Mosque
Praying Ground
Praying Ground
Star Mosque
جامع البازعي
جامع التوحيد
جامع اللحيدان
جامع الوالدين
جامع ظافر العمري
جامع ناصر الجفن
مسجد الإحسان
مسجد الإمام الذهبي
مسجد النور
مسجد سالم العامري
مسجد غنام العطوي
مسجد محمد بن ابراهيم
مسجد نورة بنت محمد اليوسف

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Riyadh
Elevation
750 m (2,461 ft)
Founded
1915

Around Tabuk

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 79
Hospitals 6
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 9
Cafes 4
Supermarkets 6
Museums 1
Hotels 5
Parks 34
Places of Worship 171

🇸🇦 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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What is the population of Tabuk?

Tabuk has a population of 886,036 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 3,163 people per square mile, spread across 280.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Tabuk?

Tabuk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 1.8 inches.

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