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Bsharri, Lebanon
Liban-Nord · Lebanon
Bsharri is a small city in Liban-Nord, Lebanon with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 4,731 ft (1,442 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bsharri
Bsharri is a Lebanese town located in the district of the same name, North Governorate, situated at altitudes between 1,100 m (3,600 ft) and 3,088 m (10,131 ft). Bsharri is the location of the Cedars of God, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the only remaining place where the Cedrus libani tree grows natively. The region is the birthplace of famed poet, painter and sculptor Khalil Gibran; a museum in town honours his life and work.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,000 |
| Population Density | 749 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,731 ft (1,442 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.2508°, 36.0106° |
| Timezone | Asia/Beirut |
| Country | 🇱🇧 Lebanon |
| State / Province | Liban-Nord |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.1 inches (840 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 23.0 inches (58 cm) |
About Bsharri
Bsharri is a small city in Lebanon (Liban-Nord) with a population of 20,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,731 feet (1,442 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Beirut.
Climate in Bsharri
Bsharri has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 831 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below Lebanon avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,731 ft (1,442 m) |
| Area | 26.7 sq mi (69.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 749/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2508°N, 36.0106°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Beirut |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 147 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 147 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 6.0 in |
Bsharri has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 30°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Bsharri
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hasroun School | - | - | - | - |
| Antonin | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bsharri
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Liban Libre | arabic music, general | MP3 | |
| Sawt El Ghad - FM 96.7 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| voice of charity | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Bsharri
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gibran Museum | ||||
| Museum of North Lebanon | ||||
| متحف الطبليات |
Libraries in Bsharri
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL nasor | 0.0 | |||||
| Al Sa'er | 0.0 | |||||
| AL Sadir | 0.0 | |||||
| Issam Fares Library Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Librairie Chamas | 0.0 | |||||
| المعارف | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المدينة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة هاجر | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bsharri
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emm Maroun | |||||
| Serge |
Hotels in Bsharri
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bsharri
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bsharri
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bsharri
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bsharri
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bsharri
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bsharri
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zaarour Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Mzaar Kfardebian Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| The Cedars Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bsharri
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport | BEY | Large Airport |
| Al Qusayr Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rayak Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rene Mouawad Air Base | KYE | Medium Airport |
| Wujah Al Hajar Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Al Futasiyah | - | Small Airport |
| Baadarâne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dimas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dumayr Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Zboud Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bsharri
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clinique AS Ahdab | ||
| عيادة د.هيثم الرافعي لطب وجراحة العين |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bsharri
31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Sayde Church | |
| Al Saydeh Church | |
| Bazaoun Church | |
| Church of Saint Mary of the Cliff | |
| Church of St. Mary the Assumption | |
| Dar As Saleeb | |
| École de Charité | |
| Foyer Qozhaya | |
| Gibran Khalil Gibran House | |
| Hermit of Wadi Qannoubine | |
| Leba - St Jude | |
| Mar Sarkis Mar Bakhous | |
| Monastery of our Lady of Qannoubine Qadisha | |
| Old Three | |
| Quannubine monastery | |
| Saint Bahnam | |
| Saint Elisha Monastery | |
| Saint Marina Sanctuary | |
| Saint Seba Basilic | |
| Saint Shmouneh |
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What is the population of Bsharri?
Bsharri has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in Lebanon. The population density is 749 people per square mile, spread across 26.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bsharri?
Bsharri has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 23.0 inches of snow.