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Ash Shawbak, Jordan
Ma’an · Jordan
Ash Shawbak is a small town in Ma’an, Jordan with a population of 50. Elevation: 4,367 ft (1,331 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ash Shawbak
Shoubak is a municipality that lies at the northwestern edge of the Ma'an Governorate in Jordan. It had a population of 19,297. At one of the highest elevations above sea level in Jordan, this municipality is famous for apple and fruit farms. The Crusader castle Montreal is located in Shoubak.
People
Climate
| Population | 50 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,367 ft (1,331 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.5213°, 35.5714° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Ma’an |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.8 inches (223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ash Shawbak
Ash Shawbak is a small town in Jordan (Ma’an) with a population of 50. The city sits at an elevation of 4,367 feet (1,331 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,367 ft (1,331 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.5213°N, 35.5714°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | - | 128 km |
| 1068 | GULF OF AQABA | Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in |
Ash Shawbak has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 44°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Ash Shawbak
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petra Museum |
Hotels in Ash Shawbak
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ash Shawbak
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ash Shawbak
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| King Feisal Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Al Jafr 2 Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Al Qatranah Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Al Quwayrah Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Arad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Yahav Airfield | EIY | Small Airport |
| Ovda Airport | VDA | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Ash Shawbak?
Ash Shawbak has a population of 50 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ash Shawbak?
Ash Shawbak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.8 inches.