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Al Fāw, Iraq
Basra · Iraq
Al Fāw is a large city in Basra, Iraq with a population of 104,569. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Al Fāw
Al-Fāw is a port town on Al-Faw Peninsula in Iraq near the Shatt al-Arab and the Persian Gulf. The Al Faw Peninsula is part of the Basra Governorate. Al-Faw is located about 100 kilometers from the provincial capital, Basra, and has a population of approximately 52,000 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 104,569 |
| Population Density | 107 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.9742°, 48.4731° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
| Country | 🇮🇶 Iraq |
| State / Province | Basra |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 97°F (36°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.7 inches (144 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Fāw
Al Fāw is a large city in Iraq (Basra) with a population of 104,569. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 97°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.
Climate in Al Fāw
Al Fāw has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jul (38.2°C), the coldest is Jan (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 119 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Iraq avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 97°F (36°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 977.9 sq mi (2,532.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9742°N, 48.4731°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 95°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 97°F (36°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 96°F (36°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
Al Fāw has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 54°F in January to 97°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Al Fāw
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الشهيد علي الكعبي | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة وادي السلام | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية احمد الوائلي | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة رأس البيشة المختلطة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه متوسطة الشهيد علي عباس الخرساني المختلطة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة القاسم الابتدائية للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| اعدادية احمد الوائلي للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| متوسطة المحسنات للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الشهيد مصطفى الصدر الابتدائية للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| اعدادية الفاو للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| متوسطة بنات الغد للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ميثم التمار الابتدائية للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة المعامر الابتدائية المختلطة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة زهير بن القين | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Al Fāw
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Al Fāw
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish market |
Restaurants in Al Fāw
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Al Fāw
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Al Fāw
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Al Fāw
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Al Fāw
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Al Fāw
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Al Fāw
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Al Fāw
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abadan Ayatollah Jami International Airport | ABD | Large Airport |
| Kuwait International Airport | KWI | Large Airport |
| Mahshahr Airport | MRX | Medium Airport |
| Shadegan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Al Fāw
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iraq Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Al Fāw
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Southern Rashid mosque | |
| تكية الفاو | |
| جامع الامام علي | |
| جامع الامام علي عليه السلام | |
| جامع الحسن البصري | |
| جامع الرحمن | |
| جامع الرسول الاعظم | |
| مرقد السيد جاسم الموسوي | |
| مسجد الراشد ( الرأس ) |
Quick Facts
Around Al Fāw
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇶 About Iraq
Frequently Asked Questions About Al Fāw
What is the population of Al Fāw?
Al Fāw has a population of 104,569 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 977.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Fāw?
Al Fāw has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 97°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.7 inches.