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Ash Sha‘m, United Arab Emirates
Ras Al Khaimah · United Arab Emirates
Ash Sha‘m is a small town in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates with a population of 1,550. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Ash Sha‘m
Sha'am is a village in Northern Ras Al Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,550 |
| Population Density | 1,938 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.0279°, 56.0835° |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai |
| Country | 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates |
| State / Province | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.0 inches (228 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ash Sha‘m
Ash Sha‘m is a small town in United Arab Emirates (Ras Al Khaimah) with a population of 1,550. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dubai.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above United Arab Emirates avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,938/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.0279°N, 56.0835°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 91°F (33°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 1.3 in |
Ash Sha‘m has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 63°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.0 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Ash Sha‘m
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Jeer school for Girls | — | — | — | — |
| Al-wadi school for girls | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Ash Sha‘m
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmed Bin Majid Museum | ||||
| Heritage Village | ||||
| Last Dhow Building Station | ||||
| National Museum of Ras al Khaimah |
Libraries in Ash Sha‘m
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAK Documentation and Studies Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| RAK Documentation and Studies Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Thaat Afnan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thaat Afnan Library | 0.0 |
Bus Stations in Ash Sha‘m
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ash Sha‘m
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ash Sha‘m
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ash Sha‘m
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Qeshm International Airport | GSM | Large Airport |
| Ras Al Khaimah International Airport | RKT | Large Airport |
| Sharjah International Airport | SHJ | Large Airport |
| Khasab Airport | KHS | Medium Airport |
| Al Saqr Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dibba Airport | BYB | Small Airport |
| Jazirah Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Limah Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Madha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Qeshm Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Rawdah Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Umm al Ghanam Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ash Sha‘m
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد الحاير |
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What is the population of Ash Sha‘m?
Ash Sha‘m has a population of 1,550 residents and is located in United Arab Emirates. The population density is 1,938 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ash Sha‘m?
Ash Sha‘m has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.0 inches.