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El Hermel, Lebanon
Baalbek-Hermel Governorate · Lebanon
El Hermel is a small city in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon with a population of 22,250. Elevation: 2,438 ft (743 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
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About El Hermel
Hermel is a town in Baalbek-Hermel Governorate, Lebanon. It is the capital of Hermel District. Hermel is home to a Lebanese Red Cross First Aid Center. Hermel's inhabitants are predominantly Shia Muslims.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,250 |
| Population Density | 423 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,438 ft (743 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.3942°, 36.3847° |
| Timezone | Asia/Beirut |
| Country | 🇱🇧 Lebanon |
| State / Province | Baalbek-Hermel Governorate |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.5 inches (521 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Hermel
El Hermel is a small city in Lebanon (Baalbek-Hermel Governorate) with a population of 22,250. The city sits at an elevation of 2,438 feet (743 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Beirut.
Climate in El Hermel
El Hermel has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 470 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above Lebanon avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 299 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,438 ft (743 m) |
| Area | 52.7 sq mi (136.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 423/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3942°N, 36.3847°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Beirut |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in |
El Hermel has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 44°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Hermel
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hosh Al Arab Public School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in El Hermel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| متحف الحيوانات والفراشات |
Hotels in El Hermel
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Hermel
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Hermel
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Hermel
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Hermel
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Hermel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near El Hermel
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 El Hermel
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Al Qusayr Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| An Nasiriyah 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 |
| Hamah Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Shayrat Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Zboud Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Hermel
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosquée de Braissé | |
| St. George's Church |
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What is the population of El Hermel?
El Hermel has a population of 22,250 residents and is located in Lebanon. The population density is 423 people per square mile, spread across 52.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Hermel?
El Hermel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.5 inches.