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Damietta, Egypt

Damietta · Egypt

Damietta is a large city in Damietta, Egypt with a population of 305,920. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

305,920 Population 1,126/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
3.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Cairo Timezone

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About Damietta

Damietta

Damietta is a port city which serves as the capital city of the Damietta Governorate in Egypt. It is located at the Damietta branch, an eastern distributary of the Nile Delta, 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) from the Mediterranean Sea, and about 200 kilometres (120 mi) north of Cairo. The city was a Catholic bishopric and is a multiple titular see. Damietta is also a member of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities.

People

Population305,920
Density1,126/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain3.9 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population305,920
Population Density1,126 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates31.4165°, 31.8133°
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Country🇪🇬 Egypt
State / ProvinceDamietta
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation3.9 inches (100 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Damietta

Damietta is a large city in Egypt (Damietta) with a population of 305,920. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.

Climate in Damietta

Damietta has an average annual temperature of 22°C (72°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.5°C), the coldest is Feb (15.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 176 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 10.8° / 21.4° 43.1
Feb 15.4°C / 60°F 10.9° / 22.4° 26.6
Mar 16.6°C / 62°F 12.5° / 25.5° 39.6
Apr 19°C / 66°F 14.6° / 29.4° 14.8
May 22.4°C / 72°F 17.5° / 32.1° 0.2
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 21.1° / 33.2° 0.5
Jul 28°C / 82°F 24.4° / 32.9° 0.1
Aug 28.5°C / 83°F 25.2° / 33.7° 0.0
Sep 27.6°C / 82°F 24.3° / 32.8° 0.0
Oct 25.1°C / 77°F 21.6° / 30.1° 4.7
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 16.8° / 27.2° 19.6
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 13° / 23.7° 27.1
Damietta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 329 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 3.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above Egypt avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area271.8 sq mi (703.9 km²)
Population Density1,126/sq mi
Coordinates31.4165°N, 31.8133°W
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.9"
90% below Egypt avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.98"
Driest Month (May) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 5, 2019.

Oct 19, 2012 138 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M5.1 149 km
Jan 17, 2013 72 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M4.9 131 km
Nov 26, 1996 20 km SSW of Ismailia, Egypt M4.6 115 km
May 22, 1992 48 km SSE of At Tall al Kab?r, Egypt M4.5 141 km
Mar 10, 1993 Egypt M4.5 150 km
Jul 5, 2019 102 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M4.4 138 km
Aug 24, 2002 4 km ESE of Al Kh?nkah, Egypt M4.4 141 km
Oct 12, 1996 80 km NNW of Al ??m?l, Egypt M4.3 104 km
Feb 27, 2015 64 km N of Al ??m?l, Egypt M4.3 86 km
Jan 21, 2017 35 km SE of Bilbays, Egypt M4.3 135 km
Jul 18, 2014 24 km NNW of Suez, Egypt M4.2 150 km
Dec 28, 1999 5 km ESE of Shib?n al Qan??ir, Egypt M3.9 131 km
Jan 29, 2006 87 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M3.9 128 km
Sep 28, 1994 51 km E of Ismailia, Egypt M3.8 134 km
Mar 28, 1990 113 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M3.7 135 km
Jun 8, 1992 93 km NNW of ‘Izbat al Burj, Egypt M3.6 102 km
Jan 13, 1994 9 km SE of Al Kh?nkah, Egypt M3.5 144 km
Nov 24, 1995 63 km N of Rosetta, Egypt M3.5 140 km
Dec 1, 1996 36 km SSW of Ismailia, Egypt M3.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
March 61°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
August 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
October 74°F (24°C) 0.3 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in

Damietta has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 56°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.0") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Damietta

Institution Type Founded Website
Collage Of Rights College
College Of Computers And Artificial Intelligence College
College Of Engineering College
College Of Nursing College
Damietta University University
Faculty Of Archaeology College
Horus University University Visit →
معهد رأس البر العالي للدراسات النوعية الحاسب الآلي College

Schools in Damietta

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ahmed Abdelkader School For Primary Education
Minya Damietta High School
Mosharafa High School for Boys
Ahmed Abdelkader School For Primary Education
El Gerby Preparotry
Marine School for Boys
Primary School
Minya Damietta High School
Mosharafa High School for Boys
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Libraries in Damietta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
public Masr library0.0
public Masr library0.0

Farmers Markets in Damietta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
101 Street Market
Bahns
الوحيد لادوات الصيد والطعوم
الوحيد لادوات الصيد والطعوم
خالد ماركت
خالد ماركت
سوق اللسان
سوق اللسان

Cafes in Damietta

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lost Cafe

Dentists in Damietta

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doctor Rosan Kandeel

Train Stations in Damietta

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dumiat

Bus Stations in Damietta

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EG #5744595921
Elaseer and Elsananya station

Gas Stations in Damietta

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EG #5743948723
EG #5744012322
EG #5744018121

Stadiums & Teams in Damietta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Damietta

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Said International AirportPSDLarge Airport
Al Mansurah AirbaseMedium Airport
As Salihiyah AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Damietta

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abdelkader Mosque
جامع البحر

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Cairo
Elevation
16 m (52 ft)
Twinned With
Yangzhou

Around Damietta

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 1
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 4
Libraries 1
Parks 1
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 2

Things to See Near Damietta

3 places within 15 km

🗼 Lighthouses (2)
  • • Ras El Bar
  • • Ras El Bar
⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Ras El Bar Summit

🇪🇬 About Egypt

Capital Cairo
Population 98,423,595
Area 1,001,450 km²
GDP (USD) $395,926,075,163
GDP per capita $3,457
HDI 0.728
Life expectancy 71.6 years
Internet users 72.7%
Urban population 42.7%
Currency EGP (Pound)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +20
TLD .eg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Egypt

7 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 7 Christmas Day (Orthodox) عيد الميلاد المجيد
Jan 25 Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day عيد الثورة 25 يناير
Apr 25 Sinai Liberation Day عيد تحرير سيناء
May 1 Labour Day عيد العمال
Jul 2 June 30 Revolution ثورة 30 يونيو
Jul 23 Revolution Day عيد ثورة 23 يوليو
Oct 6 Armed Forces Day عيد القوات المسلحة

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Frequently Asked Questions About Damietta

What is the population of Damietta?

Damietta has a population of 305,920 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 1,126 people per square mile, spread across 271.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Damietta?

Damietta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.9 inches.

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