Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Dammam, Saudi Arabia

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Dammam...

Dammam is a coastal city in Saudi Arabia. It is a quite huge city close to the ocean with a population of 768602 people. The water temperature around Dammam changes extremely throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 17.8°C (64.1°F) in April up to 30.9°C (87.6°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 25°C (78°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Dammam is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Dammam?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Dammam is about:

Are there surf spots close by?

Not too many surf spots are located in proximity to Dammam. A spot, which is not too far away, is Dubai Wave Pool, which is 330.5km (205.3miles) away from Dammam. Click here for directions and for more information on Dubai Wave Pool and its water temperature. If you have some extra time, you can also try Jumeirah Beach Dubai, which is ca 330.6km (205.4miles) away from Dammam. Another fun surfspot is Jumeirah Beach Dubai, located approximately 330.6km (205.4miles) from Dammam.

Are there beaches close by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Dammam. One beach, which is not too far away, is Manama Corniche, which is 32km (19.9miles) away from Dammam. Another fun beach near Dammam is Zallaq Beach, 38km (23.6miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is recommended for Dammam?

The water temperature around Dammam is extremely warm, reaching up to 31°C (88°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a wetsuit is typically not required for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or diving around Dammam. Nevertheless, during spring, sea temperatures reach lows of roughly 18°C (64°F). In this season, a 3/2 wetsuit might be required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be fine with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top. For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a 4/3 wetsuit.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Dammam?

Due to comparatively large temperature changes during the year, scuba diving and fishing conditions alter quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 18 to 23°C (64-73°F) during spring. Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish can usually be found in waters of this temperature range. The conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures go up to 26 to 31°C (79-88°F). Fish which can often be found in waters of this temperature range include: Bonefish, Permit, Red Drum, and Tarpon.

Directions to Dammam: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Some fun facts about Dammam...

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