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Al Qaţīf
City in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Overview
Al Qaţīf is a lively city on Saudi Arabia's eastern coast, celebrated for its rich history, busy souqs, and close proximity to the Persian Gulf. It offers a mix of traditional culture and modern conveniences, making it a welcoming destination for visitors seeking authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Saudi Arabia
Region
Eastern Province
Population
98,259
Time Zone
Asia/Riyadh
Coordinates
26.57°, 50.01°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
32
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,030
Local Cost
$560
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
70
English
35
Temperature
27.3°C
Summer Avg
35.6°C
Winter Avg
17.8°C
Record High
47.0°C
Record Low
6.2°C
Humidity
50%
Precipitation
46 mm
Internet Speed
144 Mbps
Upload
61 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DMM
Distance
24 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 134 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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