Quick Facts
- Coldest city: Turaif (record low around –12°C)
- Coolest year-round: Abha & Al-Sooda (high-altitude Sarawat range)
- Snowfall hotspots: Tabuk (most reliable), Rafha; occasional snow in Turaif
- Best months to visit: December – February (peak winter)
- Notable altitudes: Abha ≈ 2,270 m; Al-Sooda ≈ 3,000 m
- Typical winter lows: North (Turaif/Sakaka/Rafha) sub-zero; Riyadh ~0–5°C on cold nights
- What to pack: insulated jacket, gloves, waterproof shoes; carry chains/4×4 for Tabuk snow trips
- Nearest airports: Abha (AHB), Tabuk (TUU), Arar…