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Al Mālikīyah, Syria
Al-Hasakah · Syria
Al Mālikīyah is a small city in Al-Hasakah, Syria with a population of 26,311. Elevation: 1,608 ft (490 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Al Mālikīyah
Al-Malikiyah, also known as Derik, is a city in northeastern Syria and the center of an administrative district belonging to Al-Hasakah Governorate. The district constitutes the northeastern corner of the country, and is where the Syrian Democratic Council convenes. The town is about 20 km (12 mi) west of the Tigris river which defines the triple border between Syria, Turkey and Iraq. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), Al-Malikiyah had a population about 26,311 residents in the 2004 census. Other sources claim that the city has a population of 39,000 as of 2024. It is the administrative center of a nahiyah ("subdistrict") consisting of 108 localities with a combined population of 125,000. The population enjoys demographic and ethnic diversity that is characteristic of most of Al-Hasakah Governorate. The town is inhabited by Kurds, Assyrians, Arabs and Armenians.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,311 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,608 ft (490 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1770°, 42.1401° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Al-Hasakah |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.5 inches (622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Mālikīyah
Al Mālikīyah is a small city in Syria (Al-Hasakah) with a population of 26,311. The city sits at an elevation of 1,608 feet (490 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Al Mālikīyah
Al Mālikīyah has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.9°C), the coldest is Jan (5.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 283 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,608 ft (490 m) |
| Area | 508.6 sq mi (1,317.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1770°N, 42.1401°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
Al Mālikīyah has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 43°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Al Mālikīyah
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| روج آفا | College | — | — |
Schools in Al Mālikīyah
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة زهير بن ابي سلمى الاعدادية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة يوسف العظمة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الطليعة للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ناطم طبقجلي | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة سكينة بنت الحسين | — | — | — | — |
| Debstana Selim Heme | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة رفعت حاج سري | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية | — | — | — | — |
| حاجي منوح نوح | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Al Mālikīyah
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Al Mālikīyah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cizre 100. Yıl İlçe Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| الرسالة | 0.0 |
Hotels in Al Mālikīyah
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Al Mālikīyah
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Al Mālikīyah
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Al Mālikīyah
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Al Mālikīyah
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Al Mālikīyah
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Al Mālikīyah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Al Mālikīyah
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Şırnak Şerafettin Elçi Airport | NKT | Medium Airport |
| Abu Hajar Rumeilan | — | Small Airport |
| Malikiyah | — | Small Airport |
| Rahiba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tall Hadi | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Al Mālikīyah
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mail center and Communication Foundation in AL Malikiyah |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Al Mālikīyah
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint Dodo | |
| Church of Saint Mary | |
| Great Mosque | |
| Haji Jassim Mosque | |
| جامع سيد عبدالله | |
| مسجد سيمالكة |
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What is the population of Al Mālikīyah?
Al Mālikīyah has a population of 26,311 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 508.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Mālikīyah?
Al Mālikīyah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.