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Ar Ramthā, Jordan
Irbid · Jordan
Ar Ramthā is a large city in Irbid, Jordan with a population of 155,693. Elevation: 1,759 ft (536 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Ar Ramthā
Ar-Ramtha, colloquially transliterated as Ar-Romtha, is a city situated in the far northwest of Jordan near the border with Syria. It covers 40 km2 on a plain 30 km northeast of the Jordan River and Irbid. In 2017, Ar-Ramtha had a population of approximately 164,211, making it the eleventh largest city in Jordan, and the second in Irbid Governorate, and the city has grown since then. It is part of the Ar-Ramtha district of the Irbid Governorate.
People
Climate
| Population | 155,693 |
| Population Density | 10,084 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,759 ft (536 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.5587°, 36.0082° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Irbid |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.1 inches (307 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ar Ramthā
Ar Ramthā is a large city in Jordan (Irbid) with a population of 155,693. The city sits at an elevation of 1,759 feet (536 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Ar Ramthā
Ar Ramthā has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (8°C). Average annual precipitation is 136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.3°F |
| 19% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,759 ft (536 m) |
| Area | 15.4 sq mi (40.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,084/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5587°N, 36.0082°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1759 | AKKO | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 2,000 | 68 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 107 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 68 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 78 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 105 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 106 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 78 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in |
Ar Ramthā has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 48°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ar Ramthā
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الاعتماد الدولية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة أبي حنيفة الاساسية للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| اكاديمية الفرزدق النموذجية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة نسيبة المازنية للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| اكاديمية الفرزدق النموذجية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة قنوان التربوية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة واكاديمية الرمثا الدولية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة قنوان التربوية | — | — | — | — |
| اكاديمية الثروة الدولية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الوكالة | — | — | — | — |
| اكاديمية الرمثا الدولية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الاسلامية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الثانوية للذكور | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الخنساء الاساسية المختلطة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الثانوية للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الرميضاء الشاملة للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ابن العربي للذكور | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ar Ramthā
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daraa National Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| علية الباشا | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات |
Libraries in Ar Ramthā
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة الهاشمية | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عبادة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الفارابي | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ar Ramthā
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Restaurants in Ar Ramthā
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ar Ramthā
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ar Ramthā
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ar Ramthā
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ar Ramthā
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ar Ramthā
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ar Ramthā
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hassan Stadium | ||
| Almalab Albaladi |
Airports Near Ar Ramthā
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Marj Ruhayyil Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Tel Qulib | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ar Ramthā
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| community health center | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| Pharmacy | ||
| Qassem Alshalbi sons | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| Yarmouk University health center | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور | ||
| د.سارة الرواشدة | ||
| د.عادل المومني | ||
| مجمع لامار الطبي التجميل |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ar Ramthā
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| احباب الله | |
| القدس | |
| مسجد ابو ايوب الانصاري | |
| مسجد التقوى | |
| مسجد الشيخ محمد بن بطي | |
| مسجد الصحابة | |
| مسجد العمري | |
| مسجد سليمان الفارسي |
Quick Facts
Around Ar Ramthā
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ar Ramthā
4 places within 15 km
- • Capitolias
- • Khirbet ez-Zeraqōn
- • Roman Graves
- • Roman theater
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What is the population of Ar Ramthā?
Ar Ramthā has a population of 155,693 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 10,084 people per square mile, spread across 15.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ar Ramthā?
Ar Ramthā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches.