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Fāraskūr, Egypt

Damietta · Egypt

Fāraskūr is a mid-size city in Damietta, Egypt with a population of 43,400. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

43,400 Population 160/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
3.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Cairo Timezone

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About Fāraskūr

Fāraskūr

Faraskur is a city in Damietta Governorate, Egypt. Before the 1952 revolution it was a part of Dakahlia Governorate.

People

Population43,400
Density160/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain3.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population43,400
Population Density160 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates31.3298°, 31.7151°
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo
Country🇪🇬 Egypt
State / ProvinceDamietta
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation3.2 inches (80 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Fāraskūr

Fāraskūr is a mid-size city in Egypt (Damietta) with a population of 43,400. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.

Climate in Fāraskūr

Fāraskūr 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
Fāraskūr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 330 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 3.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above Egypt avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area271.7 sq mi (703.8 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates31.3298°N, 31.7151°W
TimezoneAfrica/Cairo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.2"
92% below Egypt avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 0.79"
Driest Month (May) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 23, 2023.

Jan 17, 2013 72 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M4.9 129 km
Nov 26, 1996 20 km SSW of Ismailia, Egypt M4.6 110 km
Mar 10, 1993 Egypt M4.5 139 km
May 22, 1992 48 km SSE of At Tall al Kab?r, Egypt M4.5 133 km
Jul 5, 2019 102 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M4.4 139 km
Aug 24, 2002 4 km ESE of Al Kh?nkah, Egypt M4.4 129 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 M4.3 126 km
Jul 18, 2014 24 km NNW of Suez, Egypt M4.2 145 km
Oct 14, 1992 3 km NE of Cairo, Egypt M4.1 144 km
May 25, 1994 31 km NW of Rosetta, Egypt M4.0 148 km
Jan 29, 2006 87 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M3.9 128 km
Dec 28, 1999 5 km ESE of Shib?n al Qan??ir, Egypt M3.9 119 km
Sep 28, 1994 51 km E of Ismailia, Egypt M3.8 134 km
Feb 23, 2023 23 km NNW of Suez, Egypt M3.8 146 km
Mar 28, 1990 113 km NNE of Rosetta, Egypt M3.7 137 km
Jun 8, 1992 93 km NNW of ‘Izbat al Burj, Egypt M3.6 107 km
Dec 1, 1996 36 km SSW of Ismailia, Egypt M3.5 124 km
Jan 13, 1994 9 km SE of Al Kh?nkah, Egypt M3.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in
March 60°F (16°C) 0.4 in
April 65°F (19°C) 0.2 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in
June 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Fāraskūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 55°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Fāraskūr

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

Farmers Markets in Fāraskūr

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

Stadiums & Teams in Fāraskūr

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Airports Near Fāraskūr

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Port Said International AirportPSDLarge Airport
Al Mansurah Airbase-Medium Airport
Ismailia Air Base-Medium Airport
Al Battikh Airfield-Small Airport
As Salihiyah Airport-Small Airport
El Sheikh Gebeil Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Cairo
Elevation
15 m (49 ft)
Postal Code
34611

🇪🇬 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 Fāraskūr

What is the population of Fāraskūr?

Fāraskūr has a population of 43,400 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 160 people per square mile, spread across 271.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Fāraskūr?

Fāraskūr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.2 inches.

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