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Al Jafr, Jordan

Ma’an · Jordan

Al Jafr is a small town in Ma’an, Jordan with a population of 3,557. Elevation: 2,835 ft (864 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,557 Population 1,227/sq mi density
2,835 ft Elevation 864 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
1.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Amman Timezone

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About Al Jafr

Al Jafr

Al-Jafr is a city in the Ma'an Governorate of Jordan. It is located near the city of Ma'an, and is roughly 300 kilometres (190 mi) east of Amman.

People

Population3,557
Density1,227/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain1.6 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation2,835 ft (864 m)
Population3,557
Population Density1,227 / sq mi
Elevation2,835 ft (864 m)
Coordinates30.3184°, 36.1778°
TimezoneAsia/Amman
Country🇯🇴 Jordan
State / ProvinceMa’an
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation1.6 inches (40 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Al Jafr

Al Jafr is a small town in Jordan (Ma’an) with a population of 3,557. The city sits at an elevation of 2,835 feet (864 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.

Al Jafr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 333 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 1.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,835 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above Jordan avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,835 ft (864 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Coordinates30.3184°N, 36.1778°W
TimezoneAsia/Amman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 1.6"
96% below Jordan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.28"
Driest Month (May) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5.

Feb 9, 2007 8 km N of Safi, Jordan M4.5 112 km
Dec 23, 1995 22 km E of Aqaba, Jordan M4.4 124 km
Mar 15, 2004 20 km WNW of Al Qa?r, Jordan M4.3 132 km
Dec 5, 1995 41 km ESE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.3 145 km
Feb 4, 1996 10 km ESE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.3 149 km
Oct 28, 1999 34 km WNW of W?d? M?sá, Jordan M4.3 101 km
Nov 18, 1996 25 km NW of Eilat, Israel M4.2 147 km
Jul 30, 2015 24 km NNE of ‘En Boqeq, Israel M4.2 137 km
Dec 24, 1995 42 km SE of Tala Bay, Jordan M4.2 150 km
Oct 5, 1999 78 km SE of Al Quwayrah, Jordan M4.1 110 km
Aug 2, 1993 6 km ESE of Arad, Israel M4.1 133 km
May 24, 2014 24 km NW of W?d? M?sá, Jordan M4.1 86 km
Jun 15, 2021 40 km W of A? ?ayyibah, Jordan M4.1 109 km
Dec 19, 1999 15 km N of Eilat, Israel M4.1 137 km
Feb 4, 1996 25 km NW of Eilat, Israel M4.1 148 km
Oct 7, 1992 34 km W of Ash Shawbak, Jordan M4.0 96 km
Feb 9, 2007 3 km WNW of Al Khinz?rah, Jordan M4.0 101 km
Sep 28, 1991 Dead Sea region M3.9 106 km
Jan 11, 1992 4 km NNE of ‘En Boqeq, Israel M3.7 128 km
Sep 7, 1992 18 km W of Ar Rabbah, Jordan M3.7 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1068 GULF OF AQABA Earthquake - - 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 50°F (10°C) 0.2 in
March 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in
October 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
November 58°F (15°C) 0.2 in
December 49°F (10°C) 0.3 in

Al Jafr has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 46°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.3") and June the driest (0.0").

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Gas Stations in Al Jafr

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JO #194611111
JO #979181585

Airports Near Al Jafr

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
King Feisal Air Base-Medium Airport
Al Jafr 2 Air Base-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Amman

🇯🇴 About Jordan

Capital Amman
Population 9,956,011
Area 92,300 km²
GDP (USD) $51,088,476,338
GDP per capita $4,466
HDI 0.736
Life expectancy 77.8 years
Internet users 92.5%
Urban population 92.7%
Currency JOD (Dinar)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +962
TLD .jo
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Al Jafr

What is the population of Al Jafr?

Al Jafr has a population of 3,557 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 1,227 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Al Jafr?

Al Jafr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.6 inches.

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