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About Jeddah
Jeddah is located in Saudi Arabia, in the Northern Hemisphere, and is a major city with a population of around 4,697,000. It runs on Asia/Riyadh time, currently UTC+3:00 relative to UTC. Jeddah does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so this offset stays fixed year-round.
- CountrySaudi Arabia
- Population4,697,000
- Latitude21.4901°
- Longitude39.1862°
- Time zoneAsia/Riyadh
- Current UTC offsetUTC+3:00
- Daylight Saving TimeNot observed
Sunrise & Sunset in Jeddah Today
For Sunday, October 11, 2026, calculated from Jeddah's own coordinates.
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Top Places to Visit in Jeddah
Al-Balad Historic District
Al-Balad, Jeddah's historic core, has served as the city's beating heart since the 7th century, its UNESCO World Heritage status recognizing one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Hejazi urban architecture anywhere in Saudi Arabia. Multi-story coral-stone houses, built from coral blocks harvested from the nearby Red Sea and once common along the coast, feature elaborately carved wooden mashrabiya screens designed to allow airflow and privacy for residents inside while shading interiors from the intense sun. Beit Nassif, one of the district's grandest surviving mansions and now a museum, was reportedly where a young King Abdulaziz once stayed, giving it particular historical significance beyond its architecture alone. The district is most lively in the evening after 4pm, when the heat eases and the narrow lanes, traditional souks and coffee shops fill with both residents and visitors exploring the old city on foot.
No metro system currently serves Jeddah; take a SAPTCO bus, taxi, or ride-hailing app (Uber, Careem) from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Al-Balad, roughly 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
Jeddah has no significant intercity passenger rail service used by visitors; a taxi or ride-hailing app is the standard way to reach Al-Balad from anywhere in the city.
From Jeddah's SAPTCO bus terminal, take a taxi or ride-hailing app to Al-Balad, or a connecting SAPTCO city bus route.
King Fahd's Fountain
King Fahd's Fountain, also known as the Jeddah Fountain, launches a jet of Red Sea water up to 312 meters into the air, making it the tallest fountain of its kind in the world, a title it has held since its completion in the 1980s as a gift from the late King Fahd to the city. Positioned just offshore along the Corniche, the fountain's illuminated water column is visible from much of the city after dark, when colored lighting adds to its already striking visual scale. Unlike many landmark fountains that run for scheduled intervals, this one operates almost continuously, making it a reliable sight at nearly any time of day or evening. Its surrounding stretch of the Corniche, lined with open-air sculptures by international and Saudi artists, makes for a pleasant waterfront walk both before and after viewing the fountain itself, particularly as temperatures cool in the evening.
No metro system currently serves Jeddah; take a SAPTCO bus, taxi, or ride-hailing app from King Abdulaziz International Airport to the Corniche, roughly 25-35 minutes depending on traffic.
Jeddah has no significant intercity passenger rail service used by visitors; a taxi or ride-hailing app is the standard way to reach the Corniche.
From Jeddah's SAPTCO bus terminal, take a taxi or ride-hailing app to the Corniche.
Jeddah Corniche
The Jeddah Corniche stretches more than 30 kilometers along the Red Sea coastline, one of the longest and most developed waterfront promenades in Saudi Arabia, lined with parks, open-air sculptures, cafes and dedicated play areas for children. The North Corniche section is generally considered the most scenic and family-friendly stretch, offering unobstructed sea views and a steady sea breeze that provides welcome relief from Jeddah's heat, particularly popular around sunset when families gather along the water. More than 500 public sculptures by artists from around the world are scattered along the promenade, giving the Corniche a distinct identity as an open-air art walk as well as a waterfront leisure destination. Its scale means most visitors focus on a specific section rather than attempting to walk its full length, with the areas near King Fahd's Fountain and the North Corniche parks typically drawing the largest crowds.
No metro system currently serves Jeddah; take a SAPTCO bus, taxi, or ride-hailing app from King Abdulaziz International Airport to the Corniche, roughly 25-35 minutes depending on traffic.
Jeddah has no significant intercity passenger rail service used by visitors; a taxi or ride-hailing app is the standard way to reach the Corniche.
From Jeddah's SAPTCO bus terminal, take a taxi or ride-hailing app to the Corniche.
Al-Rahma Mosque (Floating Mosque)
Al-Rahma Mosque, popularly known as the Floating Mosque for its position on stilts directly over the Red Sea, appears to hover above the water when viewed from certain angles, particularly striking when the tide is high and the supporting structure is less visible. Built in a clean white modern style, the mosque combines a working place of worship with a genuinely photogenic architectural landmark, and its waterfront position along the Corniche has made it one of Jeddah's most recognized modern buildings. Large windows and open archways let sea breezes flow through the prayer hall, and the structure's design allows worshippers to see and hear the surrounding waves during prayer, a deliberate architectural choice reflecting local coastal life. While active as a mosque and generally requiring visitors to be respectful of prayer times and dress modestly, its exterior and setting remain accessible for photography and viewing throughout the day, especially striking around sunset when the sky's colors reflect off the surrounding water.
No metro system currently serves Jeddah; take a SAPTCO bus, taxi, or ride-hailing app from King Abdulaziz International Airport, roughly 25-35 minutes depending on traffic.
Jeddah has no significant intercity passenger rail service used by visitors; a taxi or ride-hailing app is the standard way to reach the mosque.
From Jeddah's SAPTCO bus terminal, take a taxi or ride-hailing app to the mosque along the Corniche.
Nassif House Museum
Nassif House, built in the late 1800s for Sheikh Omar Nassif, a prominent merchant and one-time governor's advisor, is considered the grandest surviving mansion in Al-Balad and among the finest examples of traditional Hejazi architecture in Jeddah. Its four-story coral-stone structure, with elaborately carved wooden balconies and a large interior courtyard, reportedly once housed one of the only trees in the old city, a neem tree said to have been the first planted in the area, a detail locals still point to as a mark of the family's status. King Abdulaziz is said to have used the house as a temporary residence and meeting place during the early consolidation of Saudi Arabia, giving the building genuine political as well as architectural significance. Now operating as a museum and cultural center, it offers a rare interior look at the domestic scale and decorative craftsmanship behind Al-Balad's more commonly photographed exterior facades.
No metro system currently serves Jeddah; take a SAPTCO bus, taxi, or ride-hailing app from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Al-Balad, roughly 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.
Jeddah has no significant intercity passenger rail service used by visitors; a taxi or ride-hailing app is the standard way to reach Al-Balad.
From Jeddah's SAPTCO bus terminal, take a taxi or ride-hailing app to Al-Balad.
Saudi Arabia National Holidays
2026
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Founding Day | Sun, Feb 22 |
| Eid al-Fitr | Fri, Mar 20 |
| Eid al-Adha | Wed, May 27 |
| National Day | Wed, Sep 23 |
2027
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Founding Day | Mon, Feb 22 |
| Eid al-Fitr | Tue, Mar 9 |
| Eid al-Adha | Sun, May 16 |
| National Day | Thu, Sep 23 |
2028
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Founding Day | Tue, Feb 22 |
| Eid al-Fitr | Sat, Feb 26 |
| Eid al-Adha | Fri, May 5 |
| National Day | Sat, Sep 23 |
2029
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Eid al-Fitr | Wed, Feb 14 |
| Founding Day | Thu, Feb 22 |
| Eid al-Adha | Tue, Apr 24 |
| National Day | Sun, Sep 23 |
2030
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Eid al-Fitr | Mon, Feb 4 |
| Founding Day | Fri, Feb 22 |
| Eid al-Adha | Sat, Apr 13 |
| National Day | Mon, Sep 23 |
Daylight Saving Time
Jeddah does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The UTC offset stays fixed at UTC+3:00 year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Jeddah
What time zone is Jeddah in?
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia uses the Asia/Riyadh time zone. It is currently on UTC+3:00. The live local time is shown at the top of this page.
Does Jeddah observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Jeddah does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so it stays on UTC+3:00 all year round and never changes its clocks.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Jeddah today?
The sun rises at 6:17 AM and sets at 6:02 PM in Jeddah today, giving 11h 44m of daylight.
What is the time difference between Jeddah and New York City?
New York City is 7 hours behind Jeddah right now. The full comparison against other major cities is in the tables above.
What is the UTC offset for Jeddah?
Jeddah is currently UTC+3:00. This offset is fixed and does not change during the year.