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Al Khinzīrah, Jordan

Karak · Jordan

Al Khinzīrah is a small city in Karak, Jordan with a population of 5,231. Elevation: 3,501 ft (1,067 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,231 Population 20/sq mi density
3,501 ft Elevation 1,067 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
8.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Amman Timezone

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About Al Khinzīrah

Al Khinzīrah

at-Tayba, eller at-Tayyiba, även al-Khanzira eller al-Khinzira (الخنزيرة), är en ort i västra Jordanien. Den ligger i provinsen al-Karak, 100 km söder om huvudstaden Amman. Antalet invånare är omkring 5 000.

People

Population5,231
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation3,501 ft (1,067 m)
Population5,231
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation3,501 ft (1,067 m)
Coordinates31.0506°, 35.6061°
TimezoneAsia/Amman
Country🇯🇴 Jordan
State / ProvinceKarak
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation8.2 inches (208 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Al Khinzīrah

Al Khinzīrah is a small city in Jordan (Karak) with a population of 5,231. The city sits at an elevation of 3,501 feet (1,067 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.

Al Khinzīrah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 321 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 8.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,501 feet.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average67.6°F
25% above Jordan avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,501 ft (1,067 m)
Area260.9 sq mi (675.7 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates31.0506°N, 35.6061°W
TimezoneAsia/Amman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.2"
78% below Jordan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 1.93"
Driest Month (May) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M0.0 on Feb 7, 2023.

Feb 11, 2004 21 km SE of Mi?pé Yeri?o, Israel M5.3 70 km
Jul 7, 2004 1 km NNW of Al Kar?mah, Jordan M4.5 102 km
Feb 9, 2007 8 km N of Safi, Jordan M4.5 15 km
Oct 28, 1999 34 km WNW of W?d? M?sá, Jordan M4.3 84 km
Mar 15, 2004 20 km WNW of Al Qa?r, Jordan M4.3 36 km
Jul 30, 2015 24 km NNE of ‘En Boqeq, Israel M4.2 40 km
Jun 15, 2021 40 km W of A? ?ayyibah, Jordan M4.1 108 km
Feb 7, 2023 Dead Sea region M4.1 120 km
Aug 2, 1993 6 km ESE of Arad, Israel M4.1 37 km
May 24, 2014 24 km NW of W?d? M?sá, Jordan M4.1 70 km
Feb 9, 2007 3 km WNW of Al Khinz?rah, Jordan M4.0 3 km
Oct 7, 1992 34 km W of Ash Shawbak, Jordan M4.0 67 km
Sep 28, 1991 Dead Sea region M3.9 14 km
Jan 11, 1992 4 km NNE of ‘En Boqeq, Israel M3.7 30 km
Sep 7, 1992 18 km W of Ar Rabbah, Jordan M3.7 28 km
Sep 16, 1994 3 km NW of Yarq?, Jordan M3.6 105 km
Sep 5, 1994 51 km S of Al Jafr, Jordan M3.4 144 km
Mar 28, 1995 49 km SSE of Al Jafr, Jordan M3.0 146 km
Jan 26, 1999 15 km ENE of Dimona, Israel M2.9 40 km
Feb 4, 1995 46 km E of Bu?ayr?, Jordan M2.7 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2004 DEAD SEA Earthquake 1.0 m 70 km
1546 GAZA - JAFFA Earthquake 106 km
746 SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS Earthquake 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
March 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
September 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
December 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in

Al Khinzīrah has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 51°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Al Khinzīrah

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Al-Karak Museum
Museum at the Lowest Place on Earth
متحف القلعة

Stadiums & Teams in Al Khinzīrah

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Airports Near Al Khinzīrah

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queen Alia International AirportAMMLarge Airport
Bar Yehuda AirfieldMTZMedium Airport
King Feisal Air BaseMedium Airport
Nevatim Air BaseVTMMedium Airport
Al Qatranah Highway StripSmall Airport
Arad AirportSmall Airport
Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah AirportSmall Airport
Dimona AirportSmall Airport
Ein Yahav AirfieldEIYSmall Airport
Highway H Highway StripSmall 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 Khinzīrah

What is the population of Al Khinzīrah?

Al Khinzīrah has a population of 5,231 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 260.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Al Khinzīrah?

Al Khinzīrah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.2 inches.

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