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Al Burayqah, Libya
Al Wāḩāt · Libya
Al Burayqah is a mid-size city in Al Wāḩāt, Libya with a population of 31,300. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Al Burayqah
Brega, also known as Mersa Brega or Marsa al-Brega, is a complex of several smaller towns, industry installations and education establishments situated in Libya on the Gulf of Sidra, the most southerly point of the Mediterranean Sea. It is located in the former Ajdabiya District, which in 2007 was merged into the Al Wahat District. The town is the center of Libya's second-largest hydro-carbon complex.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,300 |
| Population Density | 232 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.4062°, 19.5739° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Al Wāḩāt |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.8 inches (97 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Burayqah
Al Burayqah is a mid-size city in Libya (Al Wāḩāt) with a population of 31,300. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Al Burayqah
Al Burayqah has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Feb (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 314 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 134.8 sq mi (349.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4062°N, 19.5739°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in |
Al Burayqah has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 55°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.0") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Al Burayqah
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Al najim Alsatia | University | — | — |
| المعهد العالي للعلوم والتقنية البريقة | University | — | — |
Schools in Al Burayqah
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brega School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الصفوة البريقة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه | — | — | — | — |
| School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Al Burayqah
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Al Burayqah
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Al Burayqah
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Al Burayqah
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Al Burayqah
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Al Burayqah
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Al Burayqah
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Al Burayqah
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marsa al Brega Airport | LMQ | Medium Airport |
| Ajdabiya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hateiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zuetina Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Al Burayqah
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| نقطة أمنيه |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Al Burayqah
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد البريقة القديمة | |
| مسجد الثانية | |
| مسجد النوفليه |
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What is the population of Al Burayqah?
Al Burayqah has a population of 31,300 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 232 people per square mile, spread across 134.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Burayqah?
Al Burayqah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.8 inches.