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Al Qaşr, Jordan
Karak · Jordan
Al Qaşr is a small town in Karak, Jordan with a population of 3,840. Elevation: 3,061 ft (933 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Al Qaşr
القصر منطقة سكنية تقع في لواء القصر، محافظة الكرك في الأردن. تنتمي المنطقة لقضاء القصر الذي يضم 9 مناطق. يقدر عدد سكانها بـ 6127 نسمة حسب إحصاء 2015.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,840 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,061 ft (933 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.3141°, 35.7439° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Karak |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.8 inches (324 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Qaşr
Al Qaşr is a small town in Jordan (Karak) with a population of 3,840. The city sits at an elevation of 3,061 feet (933 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,061 ft (933 m) |
| Area | 72.2 sq mi (186.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3141°N, 35.7439°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 44 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.5 in |
Al Qaşr has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 46°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Al Qaşr
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Karak Museum | ||||
| متحف القلعة |
Gas Stations in Al Qaşr
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Al Qaşr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Al Qaşr
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Al Qatranah Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Arad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Yahav Airfield | EIY | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Al Qaşr?
Al Qaşr has a population of 3,840 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 72.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Qaşr?
Al Qaşr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches.