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Al Karāmah, Jordan
Balqa · Jordan
Al Karāmah is a small city in Balqa, Jordan with a population of 9,384. Elevation: -837 ft (-255 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Al Karāmah
Al-Karameh, or simply Karameh, is a town in west-central Jordan, near the Allenby Bridge which spans the Jordan River.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,384 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -837 ft (-255 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.9544°, 35.5803° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Balqa |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.1 inches (357 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Karāmah
Al Karāmah is a small city in Jordan (Balqa) with a population of 9,384. The city sits at an elevation of -837 feet (-255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 93°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 344 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -837 ft (-255 m) |
| Area | 144.4 sq mi (373.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9544°N, 35.5803°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1759 | AKKO | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 2,000 | 117 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 31 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 117 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 9 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 128 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 9 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (193 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 93°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in |
Al Karāmah has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 59°F in February to 93°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Al Karāmah
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayat FM | civil, hashemite | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mood FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noursat Jordan TV | — | AAC,H.264 563 kbps | |
| Kcm FM Channel 01 Live (IL) | hasidic, hebrew | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Mazaj FM | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: תורה וזימרה (IL) | jewish, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: קצר וקולע (IL) | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Kan Reshet Bet (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: הלכות ודף יומי (IL) | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: דעת רבנו (IL) | jewish, music | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Dahab | classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Breslev Carmiel (IL) | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Rak Musica (IL) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| ברסלב פוריו: ספרי ברסלב (IL) | books, jewish | MP3 128 kbps | |
| toker fm (IL) | religious | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MOOD FM (SA) | — | AAC+ 70 kbps | |
| toker fm (US) | religious | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Al Karāmah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Jaber Museum | ||||
| Archaeological Park of madaba virgin mary church | ||||
| Burnt Palace | ||||
| Greek Orthodox museum | ||||
| Hisham's Palace Miseum | ||||
| Madaba Archeological Museum | ||||
| Old English Hospital Museum | ||||
| Royal Automobile Museum | ||||
| Royal Automobile Museum | ||||
| Russian Museum | ||||
| Saint John the Baptist Church Museum | ||||
| Salt Archaeological Museum | ||||
| The Children's Museum | ||||
| The Children's Museum | ||||
| متحف السيارات الملكي m&h | ||||
| متحف السيارات الملكي m&h |
Libraries in Al Karāmah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GJU Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jericho Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العاصف | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Al Karāmah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dukkan | |||||
| Dukkan | |||||
| Zink Supermarket | |||||
| Zink Supermarket | |||||
| المؤسسة الاستهلاكية العسكرية |
Stadiums & Teams in Al Karāmah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Al Karāmah
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large Airport |
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Al Qatranah Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Habonim Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Herzliya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | — | Small Airport |
| Naan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Al Karāmah?
Al Karāmah has a population of 9,384 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 144.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Karāmah?
Al Karāmah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 93°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.1 inches.