Turubah Travel Guide

City City in Ha'il Region, Saudi Arabia

Costs

USD $45-90 per day

Low-to-moderate costs; car travel raises expenses.

Safety

Conservative and generally safe

Low street crime; observe conservative local customs and dress codes.

Best Time

October-March (cool season)

October-March offers milder daytime temperatures and more comfortable travel.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

12:59 PM

GMT+3

Weather

87°F

Mostly Clear

Population

28,279

Infrastructure & Convenience

Car-dependent with limited public transit and few English signs.

Popularity

Not a major international destination; visited mainly by domestic travelers.

Known For

Wadis and valleys, local markets, date palms, Bedouin culture, mountain scenery, traditional architecture, date farming, camel herding, regional cuisine, village life

Located at 28.25849°N,42.92457°E; a small provincial market town in northern Saudi Arabia.

Why Visit Turubah? #

Set amid rugged hills and date palms, this town appeals to travelers who want an off-the-beaten-track look at Saudi Arabia’s mountain life, with traditional souks and Najdi-style mud-brick architecture. Local festivals and camel or livestock markets offer a clear view of regional customs, while nearby wadis and hiking routes draw outdoor-minded visitors. Short stays often include tasting home-style rice dishes and lingering in neighborhood coffeehouses where locals meet.

Best Things to Do in Turubah

Turubah Bucket List

Best Time to Visit Turubah #

Turubah swings from cool, dry winters to brutally hot summers typical of interior Saudi Arabia; spring and autumn are the most agreeable for outdoor exploring. Plan activities around midday heat in summer.

Winter

December - February · 5°C - 20°C (41°F - 68°F)

Cool, pleasantly dry mornings and mild afternoons - the most comfortable time for hiking and exploring without summer heat.

Spring / Autumn

March - May & October - November · 15°C - 35°C (59°F - 95°F)

Warm days and cooler nights with low humidity; ideal for scenic drives and outdoor markets before temperatures spike in summer.

Summer

June - September · 30°C - 45°C (86°F - 113°F)

Intense heat and strong sun - fine for early-morning activities but avoid midday; water, shade, and air-conditioning become necessities.

Best Time to Visit Turubah #

Climate

Turubah's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 43°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

OctoberMayMarch

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

47°

Warmest Month

-5°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

4° – 17°

48%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

21 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

10.4h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

5° – 20°

40%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

11 mm

Rainfall

3.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.2

UV Index

High

11.1h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

10° – 24°

31%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

29 mm

Rainfall

4.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.6

UV Index

Very High

11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

15° – 31°

27%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

23 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

12.7h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

29°C

Temperature

21° – 37°

19%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

4.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

13.4h daylight

June

June is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

32°

Feels Like Hot

32°C

Temperature

23° – 41°

13%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

4.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.7

UV Index

Extreme

13.8h daylight

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 25°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

34°

Feels Like Hot

34°C

Temperature

25° – 42°

13%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

4.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.6

UV Index

Extreme

13.6h daylight

August

August is the hottest month with highs of 43°C and lows of 25°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

34°

Feels Like Hot

34°C

Temperature

25° – 43°

14%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

13.0h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

31°

Feels Like Hot

31°C

Temperature

22° – 40°

16%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

0 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

17° – 34°

22%

Humidity

Dry

Weather

9 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

11.4h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

94 Ideal

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

10° – 24°

42%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

27 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

10.6h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

5° – 19°

50%

Humidity

Comfortable

Weather

18 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.7

UV Index

Moderate

10.2h daylight

How to Get to Turubah

By Air

By Train & Bus

Where to Stay in Turubah #

Budget

Turubah town - SAR 80-250/night

Turubah has very few formal hotels; budget options are sparse and often basic guesthouses or furnished apartments.

Al Eairy (regional budget chain) - Simple furnished apartments, small towns.
Local guesthouses (Turubah area) - Very limited, small local properties.

Mid-Range

Nearest city (Hail) - SAR 200-450/night

Mid-range properties are usually in larger nearby cities (Hail); Turubah itself has few established three-star hotels.

Novotel Hail (nearest larger-city option) - Modern mid-range hotel in Hail.
Al Muhaidb properties (regional) - Comfortable regional hotel chain options.

Luxury

Hail / Taif (nearest) - SAR 500+/night

True luxury properties aren't common in Turubah; book at established hotels in Hail or Taif for high-end amenities.

Larger chain hotels in regional cities - Full-service international properties nearby.
International luxury chains (regional) - Book in Hail or Taif for premium stays.

Where to Eat in Turubah #

Nearby Cities #