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Halba, Lebanon

Aakkâr · Lebanon

Halba is a small town in Aakkâr, Lebanon with a population of 4,500. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,500 Population 1,648/sq mi density
515 ft Elevation 157 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
29.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Beirut Timezone

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About Halba

Halba

Halba is the capital of Akkar Governorate in northern Lebanon, close to the border with Syria. It is located at around 34°33′2″N 36°4′41″E. Its population is divided between Sunni Muslims, Greek Orthodox, Maronites, and followers of other religions.

People

Population4,500
Density1,648/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Population4,500
Population Density1,648 / sq mi
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Coordinates34.5428°, 36.0797°
TimezoneAsia/Beirut
Country🇱🇧 Lebanon
State / ProvinceAakkâr
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation29.7 inches (755 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Halba

Halba is a small town in Lebanon (Aakkâr) with a population of 4,500. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet (157 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Beirut.

Climate in Halba

Halba has an average annual temperature of 20°C (68°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (12.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 831 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.8°C / 55°F 8.6° / 17° 176.6
Feb 13.1°C / 56°F 8.7° / 17.5° 132.2
Mar 14.8°C / 59°F 10.3° / 19.4° 115.2
Apr 17.8°C / 64°F 13.2° / 22.4° 43.9
May 21.4°C / 71°F 16.7° / 26.1° 10.6
Jun 24.5°C / 76°F 20.1° / 28.8° 1.5
Jul 26.8°C / 80°F 22.8° / 30.9° 0.7
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.3° / 31.9° 0.3
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21.8° / 30.3° 12.6
Oct 22.8°C / 73°F 18° / 27.5° 71.2
Nov 18.3°C / 65°F 12.9° / 23.7° 117.1
Dec 14.6°C / 58°F 10.4° / 18.9° 148.6
Halba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above Lebanon avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density1,648/sq mi
Coordinates34.5428°N, 36.0797°W
TimezoneAsia/Beirut

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.7"
22% below Lebanon avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

74 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2.

Aug 12, 2024 12 km NNW of As Salamīyah, Syria M5.2 107 km
Mar 26, 1997 3 km WNW of Nabatîyé et Tahta, Lebanon M5.0 141 km
Mar 29, 2006 45 km SW of Latakia, Syria M5.0 99 km
Oct 18, 1991 12 km SSE of Jayr?d, Syria M4.9 114 km
Aug 16, 2024 5 km NNW of As Salamīyah, Syria M4.8 104 km
Mar 26, 1997 12 km SW of Baabda, Lebanon M4.7 106 km
Feb 6, 2023 57 km W of B?niy?s, Syria M4.7 97 km
Feb 6, 2023 11 km SE of Yaylada??, Turkey M4.6 144 km
Jun 5, 1996 34 km NNW of Latakia, Syria M4.6 147 km
Feb 6, 2023 28 km WNW of Latakia, Syria M4.5 133 km
Feb 6, 2023 39 km WNW of Latakia, Syria M4.5 135 km
Aug 13, 2024 14 km N of As Salamīyah, Syria M4.5 112 km
Jan 12, 2023 6 km NNE of Kh?n Shaykh?n, Syria M4.4 119 km
Feb 6, 2023 44 km W of Latakia, Syria M4.4 138 km
Feb 26, 2003 6 km NNW of Jisr ash Shugh?r, Syria M4.4 148 km
Sep 1, 2014 7 km NE of Az Zabad?n?, Syria M4.4 86 km
Feb 6, 2023 19 km WNW of Latakia, Syria M4.3 125 km
Feb 10, 2023 59 km WNW of ?ar??s, Syria M4.3 95 km
Jan 29, 2023 26 km N of Latakia, Syria M4.3 140 km
Feb 14, 2023 34 km W of Latakia, Syria M4.3 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1202 SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA Eruption + Earthquake - 30,000 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 6.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in
March 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
May 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Warmest
September 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
October 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
December 55°F (13°C) 5.6 in

Halba has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 52°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Halba

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
تكميلية حرار الرسمية - - - -
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Museums in Halba

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum of North Lebanon
متحف الحيوانات والفراشات

Libraries in Halba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Al Sa'er0.0
Bayan Library0.0
المعارف0.0
مكتبة المدينة0.0
مكتبة هاجر0.0

Farmers Markets in Halba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Emm Maroun
Serge
سنتر أمال

Hotels in Halba

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dabbusiyah

Restaurants in Halba

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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مطعم الصقر

Cafes in Halba

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Faraj cafe
MEETING POINT
Peter Cafe
كافية أبو الوليد
كافيه الحوت التليل

Gas Stations in Halba

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IPT
IPT
IPT
Medco
Medco
Medco
Medco
Phoenicia
Phoenicia

Stadiums & Teams in Halba

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Ski Resorts Near Halba

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 Halba

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Beirut Rafic Hariri International AirportBEYLarge Airport
Al Qusayr Air Base-Medium Airport
Rayak Air Base-Medium Airport
Rene Mouawad Air BaseKYEMedium Airport
Wujah Al Hajar Air Base-Medium Airport
Al Futasiyah-Small Airport
Hamah Air Base-Small Airport
Zboud Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Halba

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Clinique AS Ahdab
عيادة د.هيثم الرافعي لطب وجراحة العين

Churches & Religious Organizations in Halba

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grand Tall Maayan Mosque
Mar Elias Church Charbila
Saint Gregorios Church
Saydeh Church Charbila
St. Simon Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Beirut
Elevation
167 m (548 ft)

🇱🇧 About Lebanon

Capital Beirut
Population 6,848,925
Area 10,400 km²
GDP (USD) $20,078,620,357
GDP per capita $3,478
HDI 0.723
Life expectancy 77.8 years
Internet users 83.5%
Urban population 90.5%
Currency LBP (Pound)
Languages Arabic, French
Calling code +961
TLD .lb
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Halba

What is the population of Halba?

Halba has a population of 4,500 residents and is located in Lebanon. The population density is 1,648 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Halba?

Halba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.

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