Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
667K
Population
174 Mbps
Internet
750m
Elevation
UTC+03:00
Timezone
TUU (6km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Saudi Arabia's far northwest gateway, Tabuk guards dramatic desert landscapes and Nabatean ruins like AlUla, with a burgeoning scene of adventure sports. Remote workers benefit from high-speed fiber optics, Vision 2030 investments, and a dry climate suited to outdoor offices. King Fahd International Airport facilitates easy arrivals from Riyadh or abroad.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Saudi Arabia
Region
Western Asia
Population
667K
Timezone
UTC+03:00
Elevation
750 m
Language
Arabic
Airport
TUU
GPS
28.40, 36.57
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 174 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
Travel
TUU airport just 6 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 23C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,355 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
10
Cafes
4
Bars
88
Fast Food
3
Shopping
Supermarkets
9
Convenience
3
Shopping Malls
10
Healthcare
Hospitals
10
Clinics
34
Pharmacies
1
Education
Schools
122
Universities
9
Libraries
1
Recreation
Parks
74
Playgrounds
58
Sports
44
Cinemas
2
Museums
2
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
21
Train Stations
1
Fuel Stations
85
Services
Banks
2
ATMs
2
Post Offices
1
Police
2
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
174 Mbps
Download
92 Mbps
Upload
25ms
Latency
37,560
Tests
10,183
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - May
13°
J
14°
F
18°
M
23°
A
28°
M
31°
J
33°
J
31°
A
28°
S
23°
O
18°
N
14°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 22.6 C Range: 12.6 - 32.6 C Rain: 13 mm/year Sunshine: 4,019 h/year
CITY SCORES
92.3
Nomad Index
B
Livability
49.1
Overall
AIRPORT
TUU
Tabuk Airport
6 km from center
Very close — ~9 min ride
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Tabuk known for?
Saudi Arabia's far northwest gateway, Tabuk guards dramatic desert landscapes and Nabatean ruins like AlUla, with a burgeoning scene of adventure sports. Remote workers benefit from high-speed fiber optics, Vision 2030 investments, and a dry climate suited to outdoor offices. King Fahd International Airport facilitates easy arrivals from Riyadh or abroad.
How fast is the internet in Tabuk?
Tabuk has an average download speed of 174 Mbps and upload speed of 92 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Tabuk?
Tabuk has an average year-round temperature of approximately 22.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Tabuk?
Tabuk is served by TUU (Tabuk Airport), approximately 6 km from the city center.
What is the population of Tabuk?
The population of Tabuk is approximately 667K.
What infrastructure does Tabuk have?
Tabuk has 1,355 mapped points of interest, including 10 restaurants, 10 hospitals, 122 schools.
What country is Tabuk in?
Tabuk is located in Saudi Arabia.
