Traditional Markets
Sprawling souqs and colourful street-side market houses offer a unique shopping experience. From traditional clothing and artisanal gold jewellery to aromatic spices and exotic perfumes, authentic Saudi goods abound.
Dammam takes you on a surreal journey into the pulsating heart of Saudi Arabia. Once a humble fishing and pearl hunting village, the city is now a burgeoning hub of science, commerce and industry, and home to more than 1.5 million people. Attractions include Coral Island, The Heritage Village and Half Moon Bay and Dammam Corniche.
Feel the scintillating caress of Arabian allure with cheap flights to Dammam. Dammam is home to King Fahd International Airport (DMM), which is a 25-minute drive from the city centre.
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Sprawling souqs and colourful street-side market houses offer a unique shopping experience. From traditional clothing and artisanal gold jewellery to aromatic spices and exotic perfumes, authentic Saudi goods abound.
Dammam is a gleaming urban oasis lost between the glowing manila sand of the Arabian Desert and twinkling teal water of the Persian Gulf. Experience the unique surrealism of Dammam.
Dammam is a culinary paradise. Be seduced by the artfully spiced margoog and mathlotha, indulge in the crisp warmth of mutabbaq or savour the sweet and tender flavours of hainini.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | Saudi Arabia |
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Currency | Saudi Riyal |
Language | Arabic |
Hub Airport | King Fahd International Airport |
Airline | SaudiGulf Airlines |
Time Zone | GMT + 3 |
Travel Adaptor | Standard type A, B, C & G |
Dammam is located in one of the driest countries in the world. It experiences a hot desert climate, with temperatures reaching blistering highs of 45 degrees Celsius and very little rainfall. Autumn (September to November) sees clear skies and temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius settle over the city. Sand and dust storms remain elusive and the landscape seems to burst open with brilliant hues. Temperatures begin to rise in spring (March to May) and fierce sandstorms sweep over the city. November to March (winter) is the best time to visit Dammam as temperatures have waned, leaving pleasant and cool temperatures. July to October is a great time to visit if you want to experience the Eid Celebrations bring the city streets to life.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 11°C | 12°C | 15°C | 20°C | 25°C | 28°C | 30°C | 30°C | 27°C | 23°C | 17°C | 13°C |
High °C | 19°C | 21°C | 25°C | 30°C | 35°C | 38°C | 39°C | 38°C | 37°C | 32°C | 27°C | 22°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 17 | 18 | 17 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 9 |
Although it is one of the most difficult cities to travel to, a journey to Dammam is an unforgettable experience that never fails to awe and inspire those who are fortunate enough to get within its borders. A trip to Dammam gives you a chance to explore a veritable oasis of culture and surreal landscapes.
Once a thriving fishing and pearl hunting village, it is now home to one of the richest oil fields in the world, thus forming an important part of the Saudi oil industry.
From the mystical water of the surrounding Persian Gulf and soft sands of Half Moon Bay, to the porcelain and biscotti hues of the city centre and surrounding desert, surreal landscapes abound.
Search for weird and wonderful Arabian trinkets at a bustling souq; witness dazzling desert sunsets along the famed corniche; laze beneath the balmy sun on Al-Marjan Island; or explore the ancient remains of Tarout Castle and Old Town. Dammam waits to be discovered.
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