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Thuqbah, Saudi Arabia
Eastern Province · Saudi Arabia
Thuqbah is a large city in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia with a population of 248,888. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Thuqbah
Al-Thuqbah is one of the historic and most renowned neighborhoods in the city of Al-Khobar in the Eastern Province in Saudi Arabia, with a population of 248,888 as of 2022. It was originally constructed by ARAMCO in the early fifties. Due to its location and broad width, Al-Thuqbah is known to be the main entrance to Al-Khobar through Al-Dharan Street, which approaches from Half Moon Beach, connects Al-Khobar to Bahrain, Dammam, and Dhahran, and contains most centers and shopping malls. It is followed by Industrial Thuqbah and Al-Bayoniah District.
People
Climate
| Population | 248,888 |
| Population Density | 872 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.2602°, 50.2049° |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
| Country | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia |
| State / Province | Eastern Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.0 inches (76 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Thuqbah
Thuqbah is a large city in Saudi Arabia (Eastern Province) with a population of 248,888. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 95°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Riyadh.
Climate in Thuqbah
Thuqbah 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 | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Saudi Arabia avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 285.5 sq mi (739.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2602°N, 50.2049°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°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) | 0.3 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 | 94°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in |
Thuqbah has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 61°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").
Colleges & Universities in Thuqbah
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Mohammed bin Fahad University | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Thuqbah
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Schools - Kindergarten | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة رواد المدارات الاهلية - بنات | — | — | — | — |
| Dhahran Ahliyya Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة الخامسة الابتدائية للبنات بالظهران | — | — | — | — |
| المدرسة المتوسطة الثالثة للبنات بالظهران | — | — | — | — |
| Dhahran Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| University secondary schools | — | — | — | — |
| Higher Elementary Schools Boys | — | — | — | — |
| University Schools - General Management | — | — | — | — |
| International Philippines School Alkhobar | — | — | — | — |
| University Schools - Girls | — | — | — | — |
| International Philippines School Alkhobar | — | — | — | — |
| New World International School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ابن جبير | — | — | — | — |
| Energy Star - Neft energies training center | — | — | — | — |
| Adult religious school | — | — | — | — |
| ISG | — | — | — | — |
| ISG - American & British Schools of Dhahran | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Thuqbah
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 Thuqbah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Aramco Exhibit | ||||
| Taybeen Museum |
Libraries in Thuqbah
| 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 Thuqbah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lulu Mall Dammam | |||||
| Lulu Mall Dammam |
Hotels in Thuqbah
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Thuqbah
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Thuqbah
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Thuqbah
15 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Thuqbah
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Thuqbah
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Thuqbah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mohammad bin Fahd Stadium | ||
| S1 The Stadium |
Airports Near Thuqbah
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 Thuqbah
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aramco Dhahran Main Post Office | |
| Saudi Post | |
| SMSA |
Treatment Centers in Thuqbah
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 Thuqbah
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| alfaraj | |
| King Fahd Grand Mosque | |
| Portacabin Masjid | |
| Sheikh Salem Mohammed Bin Laden Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Thuqbah
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Thuqbah
2 places within 15 km
- • Seven theme Park
- • Sparky's
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What is the population of Thuqbah?
Thuqbah has a population of 248,888 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 872 people per square mile, spread across 285.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Thuqbah?
Thuqbah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.0 inches.