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Al Bāb, Syria
Aleppo · Syria
Al Bāb is a large city in Aleppo, Syria with a population of 130,745. Elevation: 1,509 ft (460 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Al Bāb
Al-Bab is a Syrian city, administratively belonging to the Aleppo Governorate. Al-Bab is located 40 kilometres (25 mi) northeast of Aleppo, 30 kilometres (19 mi) south of the Turkish border, and has an area of 30 square kilometres. Al-Bab has an altitude of 471 metres. According to the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), it had a population of 63,069 in 2004. The population has surged to about 100,000 during the Syrian Civil War.
People
Climate
| Population | 130,745 |
| Population Density | 11,291 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,509 ft (460 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.3705°, 37.5157° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Aleppo |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.8 inches (300 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Bāb
Al Bāb is a large city in Syria (Aleppo) with a population of 130,745. The city sits at an elevation of 1,509 feet (460 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Al Bāb
Al Bāb has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (31.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5°C). Average annual precipitation is 398 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,509 ft (460 m) |
| Area | 11.6 sq mi (30.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3705°N, 37.5157°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 | 98 km |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 119 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in |
Al Bāb has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 42°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Al Bāb
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Çobanbey Kampüsü | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Al Bāb
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة طارق بن زياد | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عولان | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عولان | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Al Bāb
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| سوق الهال |
Restaurants in Al Bāb
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Al Bāb
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Al Bāb
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Al Bāb
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Al Bāb
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aleppo International Airport | ALP | Large Airport |
| Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport | GZT | Large Airport |
| Abu ad Duhur Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Jirah Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Minaq Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Rasm Al-Abboud Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Al Bāb
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abu Dhar al-Ghafari Mosque | |
| Bab The Great Mosque | |
| Bilal ibn Rabah Mosque | |
| Fatimah Mosque | |
| Osama bin Zaid Mosque | |
| Zamzam Mosque | |
| أبو بكر الصديق | |
| الانوار | |
| الجامع الصغير | |
| الجامع الكبير | |
| الحبيب الفهري | |
| جامع أبو بكر الصديق | |
| جامع التوحيد | |
| جامع عائشة | |
| جامع فاطمة الزهراء | |
| مسجد الإيمان | |
| مسجد البخاري | |
| مسجد الترك | |
| مسجد زمزم | |
| مسجد زمزم |
Quick Facts
Around Al Bāb
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Al Bāb
6 places within 15 km
- • 500 Hill
- • 511 Hill
- • Berazî mountain
- • Kerum Hill
- • Maqri Hill
- + 1 more
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Frequently Asked Questions About Al Bāb
What is the population of Al Bāb?
Al Bāb has a population of 130,745 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 11,291 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Bāb?
Al Bāb enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.8 inches.