Tabuk, Saudi Arabia: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia? If you're planning to go to Tabuk, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tabuk
- Important essentials for Tabuk
- Activities for Tabuk
- Tabuk in January: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in February: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in March: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in April: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in May: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in June: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in July: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in August: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in September: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in October: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk in November: weather and what to pack
- Tabuk 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 Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
Based on the climate and weather in Tabuk, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tabuk, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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(U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.
U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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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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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
General health necessities
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Emergency water purifier
Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great kit.
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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 you should check with your hotel.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Tabuk. 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.
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Airplane or car necessities
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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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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Tabuk, Saudi Arabia by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Tabuk during January, you will probably find that it can be chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
February
February in Tabuk is balmy and very dry. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 20% to 30% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
March
If you visit Tabuk during March, you may notice that it is a perfect temperature and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Light skirts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
April
April in Tabuk is hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Sunglasses
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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Loose-fit shorts
May
If you are traveling to Tabuk in May, you will notice that it is consistently hot and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and cool you.
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Skirts
June
June here is sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to help you stay cool:
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Sunglasses
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Protecting legwear
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Skirts
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed for cooling and include UV protection.
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Personal cooling fan
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Do bring additional, as these are likely to get wet or dirty.
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
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Light linen shorts
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Waterproof sandals
July
If you visit Tabuk during July, you may notice that it can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to keep you cool:
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to help you stay cool and to provide UV protection.
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Insulated water bottle
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunglasses
-
Sun protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light linen shorts
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Skirts
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget pack extra, as these get wet or dirty.
August
If you visit Tabuk during August, you are likely to see that it can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Light linen shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to keep you cool and include UV protection.
-
Bug repellent
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Don't forget bring extra, as these get wet or dirty.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to cool you:
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Sunglasses
September
If you vacation in Tabuk during September, you may notice that it is unbearably hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 10 and 20% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
UV protecting pants
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to keep you cool:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are developed to help you stay cool and offer UV protection.
-
Sunglasses
- https://amzn.to/31Mz9kT
Bug bite relief
-
Light linen shorts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important bring extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
October
October for Tabuk is consistently hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
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Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
-
Waterproof sandals
November
Traveling to Tabuk in November, you will notice that it is warm and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Sandals
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Light skirts
December
If you vacation in Tabuk during December, you are likely to find that it is chilly and very dry. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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