Dhahran, Saudi Arabia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia? If you're planning to go to Dhahran, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Dhahran
- Important essentials for Dhahran
- Activities for Dhahran
- Dhahran in January: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in February: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in March: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in April: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in May: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in June: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in July: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in August: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in September: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in October: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in November: weather and what to pack
- Dhahran in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Based on the climate and weather in Dhahran, the best time to go is November. See below for details.
Important essentials for Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Dhahran, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards can wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great one.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one is sufficent for most countries, but check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Dhahran. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
What to wear/what to pack for Dhahran, Saudi Arabia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you vacation in Dhahran during January, you may see that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Light and heavy skirts
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Dresses
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Light jacket or fleece
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
February
If you vacation in Dhahran during February, you are likely to find that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light jacket or fleece
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Light and heavy skirts
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
March
If you visit Dhahran during March, you may see that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
April
April can be sweltering and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against skin damage:
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also cleans contaminants:
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunglasses
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A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
May
Traveling to Dhahran in May, you will notice that it is scorchingly hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
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Waterproof sandals
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to help you stay cool and offer UV protection.
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Skirts
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Personal cooling fan
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Light linen shorts
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Bug repellent
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UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to keep you cool:
Bug bite relief
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Sunglasses
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack additional, since these get wet or dirty.
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
June
If you go to Dhahran in June, you will notice that it can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 100s F (low 40s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug bite relief
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Waterproof sandals
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Personal cooling fan
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Sarong
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Protecting pants
These will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Thin tank or crop tops
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Insulated water bottle
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
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Bugs may be an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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Light skirts
July
July in Dhahran can be excruciatingly hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 100s F (low 40s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
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Light skirts
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Sun protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
Sarong
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Insects are a problem here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
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Personal cooling fan
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
August
If you visit Dhahran during August, you are likely to see that it is blindingly hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 100s F (low 40s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 80s F (high 20s C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from the sun:
-
Thin tank or crop tops
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Insects have been an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sarong
-
Light skirts
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
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UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
September
If you visit Dhahran during September, you will probably find that it can be blisteringly hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 100s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Thin tank or crop tops
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
-
100% UV protection sunglasses
We suggest:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
One of these:
-
Sarong
-
Bugs are an issue here.
We recommend these bug repellents:
-
Protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
October
October for Dhahran is blindingly hot, somewhat hazy and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Personal cooling fan
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to cool you:
-
Light linen shorts
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
Bug bite relief
-
Sunglasses
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, since these get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to keep you cool and include UV protection.
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
November
November here is extremely warm and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
December
December in Dhahran is mild. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
Activities for Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Dhahran.
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