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Ataq, Yemen
Shabwah · Yemen
Ataq is a mid-size city in Shabwah, Yemen with a population of 37,315. Elevation: 3,766 ft (1,148 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Ataq
Ataq, alternately spelled Attaq, is a small city and the capital of Shabwah Governorate in Yemen. Ataq is 458 km south east of Sanaa. The difference in elevation of the city is about 70 m with generally partially flat topography with altitudinal variation in the range of 1120–1190 m.a.s.l. Its population was around 37,315 according to a 2004 census. On May 24, 1994, Ataq was seized by northern Yemeni forces. According to the Geo Names Database, Ataq is located at an altitude of 1146 metres. It is served by Ataq Airport; the landing strip is located to the north of the town. Armed forces loyal to exiled president Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi captured Ataq from the Southern Transitional Council in August 2019.
People
Climate
| Population | 37,315 |
| Population Density | 121 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,766 ft (1,148 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5377°, 46.8319° |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
| Country | 🇾🇪 Yemen |
| State / Province | Shabwah |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.4 inches (112 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ataq
Ataq is a mid-size city in Yemen (Shabwah) with a population of 37,315. The city sits at an elevation of 3,766 feet (1,148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Aden.
Climate in Ataq
Ataq has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jun (29.1°C), the coldest is Dec (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 24 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Yemen avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,766 ft (1,148 m) |
| Area | 308.3 sq mi (798.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5377°N, 46.8319°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sawad, Harra Es- (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sawad, Harra Es- | Volcanic field | 1,737 m (5,699 ft) | 1253 | 131 km |
| Bal Haf, Harra of | Volcanic field | 604 m (1,982 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 87°F (30°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Ataq has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 67°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.8") and December the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Ataq
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ataq
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ataq
10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ataq
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ataq
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ataq
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ataq Airport | AXK | Medium Airport |
| Ar Rawdah Airport | RXA | Small Airport |
| Dathina Airport | DAH | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ataq
What is the population of Ataq?
Ataq has a population of 37,315 residents and is located in Yemen. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 308.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ataq?
Ataq has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.4 inches.