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Al Qaryatayn, Syria
Homs · Syria
Al Qaryatayn is a mid-size city in Homs, Syria with a population of 31,748. Elevation: 2,444 ft (745 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Al Qaryatayn
Al-Qaryatayn, also spelled Karyatayn, Qaratin or Cariatein, is a town in central Syria, administratively part of the Homs Governorate located southeast of Homs. It is situated on an oasis in the Syrian Desert. Nearby localities include Tadmur (Palmyra) to the northeast, Furqlus to the north, al-Riqama and Dardaghan to the northwest, Mahin, Huwwarin and Sadad to the west, Qarah, Deir Atiyah and al-Nabk to the southwest and Jayrud to the south. Al-Qaryatayn translates as "the two villages".
People
Climate
| Population | 31,748 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,444 ft (745 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.2296°, 37.2407° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Homs |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.9 inches (125 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Qaryatayn
Al Qaryatayn is a mid-size city in Syria (Homs) with a population of 31,748. The city sits at an elevation of 2,444 feet (745 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Al Qaryatayn
Al Qaryatayn has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 214 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,444 ft (745 m) |
| Area | 1,538.4 sq mi (3,984.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2296°N, 37.2407°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in |
Al Qaryatayn has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 4.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Al Qaryatayn
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Al Qusayr Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| An Nasiriyah Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Dumayr Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Saiqal Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Shayrat Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Tiyas Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Al Qaryatayn
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint Elian |
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What is the population of Al Qaryatayn?
Al Qaryatayn has a population of 31,748 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,538.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Qaryatayn?
Al Qaryatayn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.9 inches.