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Ḩalfāyā, Syria
Hama · Syria
Ḩalfāyā is a small city in Hama, Syria with a population of 23,403. Elevation: 988 ft (301 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ḩalfāyā
Halfaya is a City in northern Syria, administratively part of the Hama Governorate, located about 25 kilometers northwest of Hama. Nearby localities include Mahardah and Shaizar to the west, al-Lataminah and Kafr Zita to the north, Taybat al-Imam and Suran to the east, Khitab and Qamhana to the southeast, Tayzin to the south and Maarzaf to the southeast. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), Halfaya had a population of 21,180 in the 2004 census. It is the largest locality in the Mahardah Subdistrict, which contained 21 localities with a combined population of 80,165 in 2004.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,403 |
| Population Density | 249 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.2601°, 36.6058° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Hama |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.7 inches (450 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ḩalfāyā
Ḩalfāyā is a small city in Syria (Hama) with a population of 23,403. The city sits at an elevation of 988 feet (301 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Ḩalfāyā
Ḩalfāyā has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 323 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Area | 94.1 sq mi (243.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 249/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2601°N, 36.6058°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 111 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in |
Ḩalfāyā has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Museums in Ḩalfāyā
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldawwar Alshaarqi | ||||
| Azm Palace | ||||
| National Musuem | ||||
| Taybet Alimam Museum | ||||
| The big pitch | ||||
| The waterwheels of Al-Asharna |
Libraries in Ḩalfāyā
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fadi University Library مكتبة فادي الجامعية | 0.0 | |||||
| Fadi University Library مكتبة فادي الجامعية | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة اهواز | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة دار العلم والتربية | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة دار العلم والتربية | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فريندز FRIENDS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة فريندز FRIENDS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة مارس | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة مارس | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ḩalfāyā
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق الطويل | |||||
| السوق الطويل | |||||
| بقالية البركة | |||||
| بقالية البركة | |||||
| بقالية عبود | |||||
| بقالية عبود | |||||
| سوق الغنم | |||||
| سوق الغنم | |||||
| سوق الفستق | |||||
| سوق الهال | |||||
| شركة البكور | |||||
| شركة البكور | |||||
| فروج العموري | |||||
| فروج العموري |
Stadiums & Teams in Ḩalfāyā
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ḩalfāyā
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abu ad Duhur Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Al Qusayr Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Latakia International Airport | LTK | Medium Airport |
| Rene Mouawad Air Base | KYE | Medium Airport |
| Al Futasiyah | - | Small Airport |
| Hamah Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ḩalfāyā
18 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ataleea clinic | ||
| D:samar Adlah | ||
| Dr. Abdolmoin Ktail | ||
| Dr. Ahmad Qortobany (Dentist) | ||
| dr.ghiath alassad | ||
| dr.manar assaf | ||
| Teachers' clinics | ||
| الدكتور السح | ||
| الدكتور السح | ||
| الدكتور غزوان المرعي | ||
| الدكتورة بدور منذر الحامد | ||
| العيادات الشاملة | ||
| عبيد الحميد طيفور | ||
| عيادة الدكتور حسام خباز | ||
| عيادة الدكتور محمد ياسين لطفي جراحة بولية | ||
| عيادة الدكتور وائل سلامة | ||
| مركز الحسنين الصحي | ||
| مستوصف الصناعه |
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What is the population of Ḩalfāyā?
Ḩalfāyā has a population of 23,403 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 249 people per square mile, spread across 94.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ḩalfāyā?
Ḩalfāyā enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.7 inches.