Standard TimeAST |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Riyadh |
Yanbu time compared to Beijing time (China) |
5 hours ahead |
Introduction to Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
Yanbu is an important industrial city and port on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, located in the western part of Medina Province, about 300 kilometers from Jeddah. As one of the economic centers of western Saudi Arabia, Yanbu is famous for its petrochemical and heavy industries, and has one of the largest petrochemical industrial zones in the world - Yanbu Industrial City. The city is divided into Yanbu Industrial Zone, which is home to oil refineries, fertilizers and plastics, and Yanbu Old Town, which retains its traditional markets and waterfront landscape.
Economic and strategic position
Yanbu is a key hub for Saudi energy exports, with pipelines connecting it to the eastern oilfields and a port supporting the transportation of crude oil and chemicals. The city has diversified under the Vision 2030 program, focusing on tourism and logistics, with the Red Sea coral reefs and diving resources attracting eco-tourism investment.
Culture and Life
Yanbu's predominantly Sunni Muslim population lives according to Islamic traditions, with modern facilities and strict environmental planning to minimize industrial pollution. The climate is hot and dry, with high temperatures often exceeding 40°C in summer and mild winters suitable for outdoor activities.
Yanbu Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-25
Sunrise Time
06:52
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Sunset Time
18:27
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