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Ar Riqqah, Kuwait
Al Aḩmadī · Kuwait
Ar Riqqah is a mid-size city in Al Aḩmadī, Kuwait with a population of 52,068. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Ar Riqqah
Riqqa is an area in Ahmadi Governorate in southern Kuwait. In 2007 it had a population of 56,554. It was founded on the 1970s as a government housing development project for Kuwaiti families. The area consists of 7 blocks, 6 residential and 1 commercial.
People
Climate
| Population | 52,068 |
| Population Density | 236,673 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Coordinates | 29.1458°, 48.0947° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait |
| Country | 🇰🇼 Kuwait |
| State / Province | Al Aḩmadī |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 100°F (38°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ar Riqqah
Ar Riqqah is a mid-size city in Kuwait (Al Aḩmadī) with a population of 52,068. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 100°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kuwait.
Climate in Ar Riqqah
Ar Riqqah has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jul (38.8°C), the coldest is Jan (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 106 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Kuwait avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 100°F (38°C) |
| Sunny Days | 329 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 236,673/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1458°N, 48.0947°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuwait |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 89°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 97°F (36°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 100°F (38°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 98°F (37°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in |
Ar Riqqah has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 55°F in January to 100°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Ar Riqqah
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ثانوية سالم المبارك للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| Nawfil Bin Al Harith | — | — | — | — |
| Lubna Bint Al Hareth Secondary Girls | — | — | — | — |
| Qaruh Middle School Girls | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ar Riqqah
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Muhammad Al-Minshawi محمد صديق المنشاوي | islam, islamic | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Abdulbasit Abdulsamad - عبدالباسط عبدالصمد | abdulbasit, abdulsamad | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Mishary Alafasy - مشاري العفاسي | eygpt, kuwait | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Saud Al-Shuraim سعود الشريم | kuwait, kuwait الكويت | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Kuwait الكويت | egypt, islam | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Abdulrahman Alsudais - عبدالرحمن السديس | abdulrahman, alsudais | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Yasser AlDosari - ياسر الدوسري | kuwait الكويت, quran | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Shafaq radio (IQ) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Maher Al Mueaqly - ماهر المعيقلي | maher al mueaqly, quran | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quran Radio راديو القرآن - Ali Alhuthaifi - علي الحذيفي | ali alhuthaifi, egypt | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ar Riqqah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Hashemi Marine Museum | ||||
| Al-Qurain Martyrs Museum | ||||
| bait alothman museum | ||||
| Dar al-Athar al-Islamiyyah | ||||
| Dickson House Cultural Center | ||||
| Educational Science Museum | ||||
| Historical, Vintage & Classic Car Museum | ||||
| Kuwait National Museum | ||||
| Kuwait Oil Company Ahmad Al-Jaber Oil & Gas Exhibition | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Memorial Museum | ||||
| Museum of modern Art | ||||
| Oil Display Centre | ||||
| Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Cultural Centre | ||||
| Sheikh Mubarak Al-Subah Kiosk | ||||
| Tariq Rajab Museum | ||||
| The Ceramic House | ||||
| The Scientific Center |
Libraries in Ar Riqqah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abdallah Al-Ansari Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Afaq Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Babtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Babtain Central Library For Arabic Poetry | 0.0 | |||||
| Andalus and Rig‘i Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ar-Rasūl Al-A‘dham Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dhuha Bookstore | 0.0 | |||||
| Ishbilya Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kuwait National Library | 0.0 | |||||
| library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mhammad Al-Salih Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rawda Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Salwa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| U.N. LIBRARY | 0.0 | |||||
| مركز سيناًء للترجمة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الرميثية العامة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العجيري | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ar Riqqah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Jahra Market | |||||
| Al-Maw'ed Central Market | |||||
| Al-Mbarkiya Marketplace | |||||
| Fahaheel Bazaar | |||||
| Friday Market | |||||
| Fruit and Vegetable Market | |||||
| Fruits and Vegetable Market | |||||
| Gold market | |||||
| Gold Market | |||||
| Kuwait Middle East Central Market Co. | |||||
| Meat and Poultry Market | |||||
| Seafoods Market | |||||
| Souk Al-Kabeer/The Big Market | |||||
| Souk Al-Mubarakiya | |||||
| Souk Al-Selah | |||||
| Souk Wajif | |||||
| Souq Al-Juma (Friday Market) | |||||
| Souq Sharq Fish Market | |||||
| Suad Commercial Complex | |||||
| جمعية حولي والروضة - فرع الروضة الرئيسي |
Cafes in Ar Riqqah
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ar Riqqah
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ar Riqqah
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ar Riqqah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ar Riqqah
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait International Airport | KWI | Large Airport |
| Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base | XIJ | Medium Airport |
| Ali Al Salem Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Al Abdaliyah Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kuwait Air Sports Committee Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skydive Kuwait Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Udairi Army Air Field | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ar Riqqah
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bella Donna Clinic | ||
| Home Clinic | ||
| Lavilla Clinic | ||
| Long Life Clinic | ||
| Shifaal Jazeera Medical Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ar Riqqah
79 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abdulah Mosque | |
| Abdullah Al Khalifa | |
| Abdullah Bin Msuod | |
| Abdullah Saad Al Hudaire | |
| Abo Mosque | |
| Abu Baker Al Sediq | |
| Abu hmaid Al Saadi | |
| Al Habab Bin Al Munthir | |
| Al Shuhada | |
| Al-Dahak Mosque | |
| Al-Emam Mosque | |
| Amer bin Fahira | |
| Amer bin Rabia | |
| Aus Bin Somit | |
| Awdah Mosque | |
| Ayyash bin Abi Rabia | |
| Bilal Bin Rabah | |
| Charitable Organization mosque | |
| Dahiat Al Reqqa | |
| Farhan Al-Nabhan |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Ar Riqqah
2 places within 15 km
- • Messilah Beach
- • parents house
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What is the population of Ar Riqqah?
Ar Riqqah has a population of 52,068 residents and is located in Kuwait. The population density is 236,673 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ar Riqqah?
Ar Riqqah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 100°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.9 inches.