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Başīr, Syria
Daraa · Syria
Başīr is a small town in Daraa, Syria with a population of 1,442. Elevation: 2,070 ft (631 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Başīr
Bassir is a town in southern Syria, administratively part of the as-Sanamayn District in the Daraa Governorate. It is located 630 meters above sea level and 51 kilometers (32 mi) south of Damascus. Bassir is bordered by Lajat to the east, Khabab to the south, as-Sanamayn to the west, and Jabab to the north. The town lies in the middle of three main Syrian cities: Damascus, Daraa and Suwayda. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), Bassir had a population of 1,442 in the 2004 census. Its inhabitants are predominantly Melkite Greek Catholic Christians.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,442 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,070 ft (631 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.0627°, 36.2323° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Daraa |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.8 inches (274 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Başīr
Başīr is a small town in Syria (Daraa) with a population of 1,442. The city sits at an elevation of 2,070 feet (631 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,070 ft (631 m) |
| Area | 204.3 sq mi (529.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0627°N, 36.2323°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 69 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 69 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 137 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 53 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 115 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in |
Başīr has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 45°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Başīr
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khabab High School 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Khabab Elementary School 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Khabab High School 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Khabab Elementary School 2 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Başīr
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Damascus إذاعة دمشق | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Arta Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Version FM | - | MP3 24 kbps | |
| voice of Grace (LB) | misc | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Başīr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| المركز الثقافي | 0.0 | |||||
| المركز الثقافي | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Başīr
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Başīr
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Başīr
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus International Airport | DAM | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Baadarâne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dumayr Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jabbour Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Marj Ruhayyil Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mezzeh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tel Qulib | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Başīr
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Archdiocese of Bosra And Horan | |
| Basilica of St Rita | |
| Cathedral Of Our Lady | |
| جباب |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Başīr
What is the population of Başīr?
Başīr has a population of 1,442 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 204.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Başīr?
Başīr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.8 inches.