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Al Qawāsim, Libya
Jabal al Gharbi · Libya
Al Qawāsim is a small city in Jabal al Gharbi, Libya with a population of 15,134. Elevation: 1,762 ft (537 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Al Qawāsim
Gharyan is a city in northwestern Libya, in Jabal al Gharbi District, located 80 km south of Tripoli. Gharyan is one of the largest towns in the district. Prior to 2007, it was the administrative seat of Gharyan District.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,134 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,762 ft (537 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.1842°, 13.0605° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Jabal al Gharbi |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.8 inches (248 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Al Qawāsim
Al Qawāsim is a small city in Libya (Jabal al Gharbi) with a population of 15,134. The city sits at an elevation of 1,762 feet (537 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Al Qawāsim
Al Qawāsim has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 373 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,762 ft (537 m) |
| Area | 269.6 sq mi (698.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1842°N, 13.0605°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in |
Al Qawāsim has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 9.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Al Qawāsim
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الكميشات الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الكميشات الثانوية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة عقبة بن نافع | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة أولاد بورأس | — | — | — | — |
| المعهد المتوسط للمهن الكهربائية والميكانيكية القواسم | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الغرارات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الخنساء | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Al Qawāsim
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bookstore | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الاتحاد | 0.0 |
Cafes in Al Qawāsim
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Al Qawāsim
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Al Qawāsim
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Al Qawāsim
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Al Qawāsim
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Al Qawāsim
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Al Qawāsim
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mitiga International Airport | MJI | Large Airport |
| Abu Aisha Agricultural Aviation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gharyan International Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Al Qawāsim
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjed alghrarat | |
| Masjed Awlad Bu Ra`s | |
| Mosque | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد الكميشات العتيق | |
| مسجد اللماميش العتيق | |
| مسجد بلال بن رباح |
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What is the population of Al Qawāsim?
Al Qawāsim has a population of 15,134 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 269.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Al Qawāsim?
Al Qawāsim enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches.