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Geography of Qatif
Location: Qatif City is located in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It lies on 50 N, and 26 E. Qatif is 20 kms north to Dammam – the capital of the eastern province- and 40 kms north to Dhahran, the capital of Saudi oil industry. Topography: Qatif is a green oasis with
rich agricultural soil. Qatif itself is surrounded by a jungle of palm
trees. Springs are abundant in the Oasis of Qatif. On the East, there lies
the Persian Gulf. Its warm and calm waters are rich of marine life;
fishes, shrimps, and pearls. Also, some springs are found in the midst of
its waters. On the west lies, Al-Dahna Desert with its golden sands
intermingled with little rocky heights. Climate: Hot, very hot in summer. Temperature
can easily go to 44 degrees centigrade, and humidity can reach 90%. In
winter, the weather becomes more temperate. Temperature averages 19
degrees. Rains are few and scattered during the months of December, January
and February. Cities and villages: Qatif oasis consists of: Qatif City, Saihat, Safwa, Al-jish, Um Al-hamam, Al-Qudaih, Al-Awamiya, Island of Tarut, Anak, Al-Mallaha, Hillat Mihaish, Al-Jarudiyah, Al-Khwaildiyah, Al-Tawbi, Al-Ajam, Al-Nabyah, and Um Al-Sahek.
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