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Ad Duraykīsh, Syria
Tartus · Syria
Ad Duraykīsh is a small city in Tartus, Syria with a population of 11,918. Elevation: 1,430 ft (436 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ad Duraykīsh
Duraykish is a city in western Syria, in the Tartus Governorate, at a distance of about 32 kilometers (20 mi) east of Tartus. The name 'Dreikiche' derives from Latin and means "three caves". The town is famous for its mineral water springs located to the south of the city. The mineral water of the town is bottled and sold under the label 'Dreikiche'. Its inhabitants are mostly Alawites.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,918 |
| Population Density | 319 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,430 ft (436 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8951°, 36.1430° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Tartus |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.8 inches (1,037 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ad Duraykīsh
Ad Duraykīsh is a small city in Syria (Tartus) with a population of 11,918. The city sits at an elevation of 1,430 feet (436 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Ad Duraykīsh
Ad Duraykīsh has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (10.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 507 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,430 ft (436 m) |
| Area | 37.3 sq mi (96.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 319/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8951°N, 36.1430°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 145 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
Ad Duraykīsh has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 49°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ad Duraykīsh
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| الثانوية الصناعية | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة خالد بن الوليد | - | - | - | - |
| ثانوية الشهيد امين دبرها | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الثورة للتعليم الاساسي | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الشهيد محمد علي مصطفى | - | - | - | - |
| الثانوية النسوية للفنون الجميلة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة بيت الخطيب | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ad Duraykīsh
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ad Duraykīsh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| كنيسة مار ضومط |
Libraries in Ad Duraykīsh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| شركة ومكتبة شاش | 0.0 | |||||
| شركة ومكتبة شاش | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الامين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الامين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الميس | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الميس | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فرح | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فرح | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة نون والقلم | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة نون والقلم | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ad Duraykīsh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Slaiman for vegetables and fruits | |||||
| Al-Roqmani's Marketplace | |||||
| Basem | |||||
| Basem's Marketplace | |||||
| سوق الباعة | |||||
| سوق الهال طرطوس |
Hotels in Ad Duraykīsh
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ad Duraykīsh
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ad Duraykīsh
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ad Duraykīsh
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ad Duraykīsh
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ad Duraykīsh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ad Duraykīsh
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ad Duraykīsh
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Al Qusayr Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Latakia International Airport | LTK | Medium Airport |
| Rene Mouawad Air Base | KYE | Medium Airport |
| Wujah Al Hajar Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Al Futasiyah | - | Small Airport |
| Hamah Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Zboud Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ad Duraykīsh
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مركز بريد الدريكيش |
Treatment Centers in Ad Duraykīsh
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| One day clinic | ||
| مركز الأثيل | ||
| مستوصف الشيخ سعد |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ad Duraykīsh
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alshikh mousa alhakim | |
| مقام السلطان حاميد الكيمة | |
| مقام الشيخ سلمان القليعات | |
| مقام الشيخ منصور الغرابيلي | |
| مقام الشيخ موسى الحكيم | |
| مقام الشيخ نصر الفاخوري | |
| مقام الشيخ يحيى | |
| مقام النبي زاهر |
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What is the population of Ad Duraykīsh?
Ad Duraykīsh has a population of 11,918 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 319 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ad Duraykīsh?
Ad Duraykīsh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches.