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Ash Shaykh Zuwayd, Egypt
North Sinai · Egypt
Ash Shaykh Zuwayd is a small city in North Sinai, Egypt with a population of 26,713. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
Sheikh Zuweid is a Bedouin town in the North Sinai Governorate of Egypt near the border with the Gaza Strip. It is situated between the cities of Arish and Rafah and is 334 kilometers northeast of Cairo. It had a population of around 60,000 as of 2015.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,713 |
| Population Density | 506 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.2163°, 34.1107° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | North Sinai |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.6 inches (193 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
Ash Shaykh Zuwayd is a small city in Egypt (North Sinai) with a population of 26,713. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
Ash Shaykh Zuwayd has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 84 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.5°F |
| 27% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 52.8 sq mi (136.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 506/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2163°N, 34.1107°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | — | 146 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 65°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
Ash Shaykh Zuwayd has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 55°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Qarara cultural museum | ||||
| Fish Farm | ||||
| Ministry of Interior |
Libraries in Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL esra'a Library | 0.0 | |||||
| AlHoda Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| Almanara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dar Alketab w Alsona Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elyan library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hazim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Khan Younis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مطبعة كوالتي | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحاج صلاح أبو طه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الفردوس | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| بوابة اصداء الشمالية |
Stadiums & Teams in Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ash Shaykh Zuwayd
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Arish International Airport | AAC | Large Airport |
| El Jora Airport | EGH | Medium Airport |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kzeiot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
| Negba-Gold Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Palmahim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Palmahim South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Ash Shaykh Zuwayd?
Ash Shaykh Zuwayd has a population of 26,713 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 506 people per square mile, spread across 52.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ash Shaykh Zuwayd?
Ash Shaykh Zuwayd enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches.