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‘Afrīn, Syria
Aleppo · Syria
‘Afrīn is a mid-size city in Aleppo, Syria with a population of 48,693. Elevation: 751 ft (229 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About ‘Afrīn
Afrin is a Kurdish majority city in northern Syria. In the Afrin District, it is part of the Aleppo Governorate. The total population of the district as of 2020 was recorded at 172,095 people, of whom 70,000 lived in the town of Afrin itself.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,693 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.5119°, 36.8695° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Aleppo |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.8 inches (527 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About ‘Afrīn
‘Afrīn is a mid-size city in Syria (Aleppo) with a population of 48,693. The city sits at an elevation of 751 feet (229 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in ‘Afrīn
‘Afrīn has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.7°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 480 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Area | 1,486.5 sq mi (3,850.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5119°N, 36.8695°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 74 km |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 69 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 3.9 in |
‘Afrīn has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 43°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in ‘Afrīn
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School | - | - | - | - |
| Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| High School | - | - | - | - |
| Imam al-Khatib school | - | - | - | - |
| Sharia Secondary School for boys | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in ‘Afrīn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in ‘Afrīn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazaar of Afrin | |||||
| أبو حميد للتجارة | |||||
| سوق الماشية |
Restaurants in ‘Afrīn
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in ‘Afrīn
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in ‘Afrīn
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in ‘Afrīn
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in ‘Afrīn
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near ‘Afrīn
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aleppo International Airport | ALP | Large Airport |
| Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport | GZT | Large Airport |
| Hatay Airport | HTY | Medium Airport |
| Minaq Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Murshid Sarhan Agricultural Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rasm Al-Abboud Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in ‘Afrīn
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد غصن الزيتون |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About ‘Afrīn
What is the population of ‘Afrīn?
‘Afrīn has a population of 48,693 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 1,486.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in ‘Afrīn?
‘Afrīn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.8 inches.