Dammam, Saudi Arabia
Major city · Population 1.3M
Dammam is the 5th largest city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 1,252,523 people as of 2026. This makes it the 415th largest city in the world, accounting for 3.55% of Saudi Arabia's total population of 35.3M. Dammam is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Riyadh timezone. The average annual temperature is 27.5°C with 140 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 8 meters above sea level.
Population
1,252,523
Global Rank
#415
Country Rank
#5
% of Saudi Arabia
3.55%
Avg Temperature
27.5°C
Annual Rainfall
140 mm
Elevation
8 m
Timezone
Asia/Riyadh
Dammam on the Map
Climate in Dammam
Dammam's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Dec. The wettest month is May with 37 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Saudi Arabia at a Glance
Country Population
35,300,280
Capital
Riyadh
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
27
GDP per Capita
$35,122
Life Expectancy
79.0 years
Urban Population
84.5%
Growth Rate
0.05%
Other Major Cities in Saudi Arabia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Dammam with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Khobar | 165,799 | 20 km |
| Thuqbah | 248,888 | 22 km |
| Manama | 147,074 | 53 km |
| Madīnat Ḩamad | 133,550 | 54 km |
| Al Muharraq | 176,583 | 54 km |
| Ar Rifā‘ | 115,495 | 56 km |
| Al Jubayl | 237,274 | 81 km |
| Al Mubarraz | 290,802 | 125 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dammam?
The population of Dammam, Saudi Arabia is approximately 1,252,523 people, making it the 415th largest city in the world and the 5th largest in Saudi Arabia.
Is Dammam the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh. Dammam is the 5th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Dammam?
Dammam has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C and receives 140 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Dec.
What timezone is Dammam in?
Dammam is in the Asia/Riyadh timezone.