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Balīlā, Jordan
Jerash · Jordan
Balīlā is a small city in Jerash, Jordan with a population of 5,206. Elevation: 2,612 ft (796 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Balīlā
Balila is a town in far northwest Jordan, between Irbid and Jerash located in the Jerash Governorate. It covers 40 km², and has a population of over 8,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,206 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,612 ft (796 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3911°, 35.9383° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Jerash |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.4 inches (392 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Balīlā
Balīlā is a small city in Jordan (Jerash) with a population of 5,206. The city sits at an elevation of 2,612 feet (796 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Balīlā
Balīlā has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (8°C). Average annual precipitation is 136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,612 ft (796 m) |
| Area | 126.5 sq mi (327.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3911°N, 35.9383°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1759 | AKKO | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 2,000 | 79 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 88 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 79 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 60 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 123 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 111 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 60 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (155 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in |
Balīlā has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 45°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Balīlā
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة المشيرفة الغربية | - | - | - | - |
| Alfayha school | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة المشيرفة الغربي | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balīlā
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayat FM | civil, hashemite | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mood FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noursat Jordan TV | - | AAC,H.264 563 kbps | |
| Mazaj FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Dahab | classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 104.5FM צפון (IL) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| MOOD FM (SA) | - | AAC+ 70 kbps |
Museums in Balīlā
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daraa National Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Jerash Museum | ||||
| Visitor Centre | ||||
| علية الباشا | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات |
Libraries in Balīlā
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العلاء | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العميد | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الفارابي | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جديتا | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبه الهارون | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balīlā
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| بيع خضار | |||||
| سوبر ماركت | |||||
| عامر مول | |||||
| محل خلويات | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Cafes in Balīlā
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Balīlā
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Balīlā
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hassan Stadium | ||
| Almalab Albaladi |
Airports Near Balīlā
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | - | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tel Qulib | - | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Balīlā
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| community health center | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| Pharmacy | ||
| Qassem Alshalbi sons | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| Yarmouk University health center | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور | ||
| د.سارة الرواشدة | ||
| د.عادل المومني | ||
| مجمع لامار الطبي التجميل |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Balīlā
What is the population of Balīlā?
Balīlā has a population of 5,206 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 126.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Balīlā?
Balīlā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches.