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Bi’r al Ghanam, Libya
Az Zāwiyah · Libya
Bi’r al Ghanam is a small town in Az Zāwiyah, Libya with a population of 4,182. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bi’r al Ghanam
Bir al-Ghanam is a town in western Libya. It is located south of Zawiya. It was the site of several battles during the Libyan Civil War. It was occupied by anti-Gaddafi forces on 7 August, just a few weeks before they entered Tripoli.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,182 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3091°, 12.5694° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Az Zāwiyah |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.0 inches (152 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bi’r al Ghanam
Bi’r al Ghanam is a small town in Libya (Az Zāwiyah) with a population of 4,182. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet (149 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.6°F |
| 25% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Area | 830.7 sq mi (2,151.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3091°N, 12.5694°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in |
Bi’r al Ghanam has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 51°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 6.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bi’r al Ghanam
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Bi’r al Ghanam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culture Center | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bi’r al Ghanam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pottery and porcelain market |
Gas Stations in Bi’r al Ghanam
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bi’r al Ghanam
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mitiga International Airport | MJI | Large Airport |
| Okba Ibn Nafa Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Abu Aisha Agricultural Aviation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alzintan Airport | ZIS | Small Airport |
| Gharyan International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zuwarah International Airport | WAX | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bi’r al Ghanam
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد | |
| مسجد شلغودة |
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What is the population of Bi’r al Ghanam?
Bi’r al Ghanam has a population of 4,182 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 830.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bi’r al Ghanam?
Bi’r al Ghanam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.0 inches.