Abhā
High in the mountains of southwestern Saudi Arabia, Abhā is the capital of the Asir region and one of the country's most visited summer destinations, known for its mild climate and elevated terrain. The city sits among the Hejaz mountains, with dramatic highland scenery that has earned it the nickname "Bride of the South." A short drive from water and surrounded by peaks, it draws visitors escaping the heat of the Arabian lowlands.
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- Population210,886
- Nearest water from center 9.4 km5.8 mi
- Nearest mountain from center 14 km8.9 mi
Nearest airports
Abhā: quick answers
Where is Abhā?
Abhā is in Saudi Arabia.
How do you get to Abhā?
The nearest airport is Abha (AHB), about 31 min away by road.
What's the weather like in Abhā?
The warmest month is June, averaging 23°C73°F across day and night; the coolest is January, at 15°C59°F. The wettest month is August, with about 284 mm11.2 in of precipitation. (Monthly averages, 1991–2020.)
What's in Abhā?
OpenStreetMap lists 3 museums, 5 restaurants and 13 places of worship within 2 km of the centre.
What's near Abhā?
Other Wandering Well picks within 60 km include Khamis Mushait.