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Jarash, Jordan
Jerash · Jordan
Jarash is a small city in Jerash, Jordan with a population of 27,046. Elevation: 2,034 ft (620 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 27,046 |
| Population Density | 171 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,034 ft (620 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.2808°, 35.8993° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Jerash |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.8 inches (324 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jarash
Jarash is a small city in Jordan (Jerash) with a population of 27,046. The city sits at an elevation of 2,034 feet (620 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Jarash
Jarash 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 | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,034 ft (620 m) |
| Area | 158.3 sq mi (410.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2808°N, 35.8993°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
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 | 88 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 75 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 88 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 49 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 136 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 116 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 49 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in |
Jarash has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Jarash
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| باب عمان الأساسية المختلطة | - | - | - | - |
| الجبارات الاساسية | - | - | - | - |
| جرش الثانوية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
| حواء و آدم فرع الذكور | - | - | - | - |
| لبابة بنت الحارث الثانوية المهنية للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة النبي هود الأساسية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
| الجبارات الأساسية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
| الهدى المستقيم | - | - | - | - |
| قوس النصر النموذجية | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة النبي هود الأساسية المختلطة | - | - | - | - |
| الملك عبدالله الثاني للتميز | - | - | - | - |
| الخنساء الثانوية الشاملة للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| روضة هارون الرشيد النموذجية المفتوحة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة دير الليات الثانوية للبنات | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Jarash
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayat FM | civil, hashemite | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mood FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noursat Jordan TV | - | AAC,H.264 563 kbps | |
| Mazaj FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Dahab | classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| MOOD FM (SA) | - | AAC+ 70 kbps |
Museums in Jarash
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Jaber Museum | ||||
| Jerash Museum | ||||
| Old English Hospital Museum | ||||
| Salt Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Visitor Centre | ||||
| علية الباشا |
Libraries in Jarash
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Um Al Kitab | 0.0 | |||||
| Um Al Kitab | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العلاء | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العميد | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جديتا | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة لجين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبه الهارون | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Jarash
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baab Al Madinah Sooq | |||||
| Baab Al Madinah Sooq | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| المؤسسة الاستهلاكية العسكرية | |||||
| بيع خضار | |||||
| سوبر ماركت | |||||
| عامر مول | |||||
| محل خلويات |
Hotels in Jarash
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jarash
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jarash
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Jarash
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jarash
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jarash
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jarash
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jarash
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jarash
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mohammed Stadium | ||
| الملعب البلدي |
Airports Near Jarash
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | - | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Jarash
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Jerash Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Jarash
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al Aqsa Clinic | ||
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور | ||
| عيادة جمزو الخيرية | ||
| عيادة جمزو الخيرية | ||
| مختبرات أبو سارة الطبية | ||
| مختبرات أبو سارة الطبية |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jarash
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Hashimi Mosque | |
| Arch Hadrian | |
| ابن القيم | |
| ابو هريرة | |
| الإمام الشافعي | |
| التوبة | |
| الغفران | |
| الفرقان | |
| النبي هود عليه السلام | |
| اليرموك | |
| سليمان الفارسي | |
| مسجد القِبلة | |
| مسجد فاطمة الزهراء |
Quick Facts
🇯🇴 About Jordan
Frequently Asked Questions About Jarash
What is the population of Jarash?
Jarash has a population of 27,046 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 158.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jarash?
Jarash enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches.