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Darkūsh, Syria
Idlib · Syria
Darkūsh is a small city in Idlib, Syria with a population of 5,295. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Darkūsh
Darkush is a town in northern Syria, administratively part of the Idlib Governorate, located northwest of Idlib along the Syrian–Turkish borders on the Orontes River. Nearby localities include al-Janudiyah, Zarzur and al-Najiyah to the southwest, Jisr al-Shughur to the south and Millis and Maarrat Misrin to the east. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics, Darkush had a population of 5,295 in the 2004 census. The town is also the administrative center of the Darkush nahiyah which consists of 19 villages with a combined population of 23,022. Its inhabitants are predominantly Sunni Muslims.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,295 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.9918°, 36.3936° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Idlib |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.0 inches (329 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.4 inches (1 cm) |
About Darkūsh
Darkūsh is a small city in Syria (Idlib) with a population of 5,295. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 358 ft (109 m) |
| Area | 69.4 sq mi (179.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9918°N, 36.3936°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 143 km |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 29 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 35 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
Darkūsh has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Darkūsh
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SÜPER SHOW RADYO (TR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95.1 TEMPO RADYO HATAY (TR) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ANTAKYA RENK FM HATAY (TR) | hafif müzik, halk müziği | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Darkūsh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatay Archaeology Museum | ||||
| Hatay Şehir Müzesi | ||||
| Necmi Asfuroglu Antakya Museum |
Libraries in Darkūsh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| etc Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zad library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Darkūsh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antakya Gastronomi Çarşısı | |||||
| Antakya Gastronomi Çarşısı | |||||
| Konya Hatay Kardeşlik Çarşısı |
Castles in Darkūsh
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Darkūsh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Darkūsh
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abu ad Duhur Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Hatay Airport | HTY | Medium Airport |
| Latakia International Airport | LTK | Medium Airport |
| Minaq Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Murshid Sarhan Agricultural Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Darkūsh?
Darkūsh has a population of 5,295 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 69.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Darkūsh?
Darkūsh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.