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Ghaşam, Syria
Daraa · Syria
Ghaşam is a small town in Daraa, Syria with a population of 3,666. Elevation: 2,421 ft (738 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ghaşam
Maaraba or Moraba is a village in southern Syria, administratively part of the Daraa Governorate, located east of Daraa. Nearby localities include Bosra to the east, Umm Walad to the north and Ghasm to the west. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics, Maaraba had a population of 8,988 in the 2004 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,666 |
| Population Density | 71 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,421 ft (738 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.5458°, 36.3754° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Daraa |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.7 inches (247 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ghaşam
Ghaşam is a small town in Syria (Daraa) with a population of 3,666. The city sits at an elevation of 2,421 feet (738 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Ghaşam
Ghaşam has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (8°C). Average annual precipitation is 136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,421 ft (738 m) |
| Area | 51.7 sq mi (134.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 71/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5458°N, 36.3754°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | 96 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 124 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 96 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 102 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 112 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 138 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 116 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 1.9 in |
Ghaşam has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 45°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 9.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Ghaşam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| As Suwayda National Museum | ||||
| House 119 - The Interpretive and Hospitality Center | ||||
| درعا |
Libraries in Ghaşam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arab Cultural Center of Swaida | 0.0 | |||||
| Knowledge Station Kom Al Ahmar | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة الهاشمية | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ghaşam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omega store |
Castles in Ghaşam
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ghaşam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ghaşam
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Muwaffaq Salti Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Marj Ruhayyil Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Tel Qulib | - | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ghaşam
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد بصرى الشام درعا خربا | |
| مسجد درعا خربا | |
| مسجد درعا خربا | |
| مسجد درعا خربا |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ghaşam
What is the population of Ghaşam?
Ghaşam has a population of 3,666 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 51.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ghaşam?
Ghaşam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches.