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Jayrūd, Syria
Rif-dimashq · Syria
Jayrūd is a mid-size city in Rif-dimashq, Syria with a population of 32,352. Elevation: 2,674 ft (815 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jayrūd
Jairoud is a city in southern Syria, administratively part of the Rif Dimashq Governorate, located northeast of Damascus in the Qalamoun Mountains. Nearby localities include ar-Ruhaybah, al-Qutayfah and Muadamiyat al-Qalamoun to the southwest, Yabroud, an-Nabek and Deir Atiyah to the north and al-Qaryatayn to the northeast. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics, Jairoud had a population of 24,219 in the 2004 census. The city is also the administrative center of the Jairoud nahiyah which consists of four towns and villages with a combined population of 31,821. Its inhabitants are predominantly Sunni Muslims.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,352 |
| Population Density | 118 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,674 ft (815 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.8071°, 36.7386° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Rif-dimashq |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.1 inches (154 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jayrūd
Jayrūd is a mid-size city in Syria (Rif-dimashq) with a population of 32,352. The city sits at an elevation of 2,674 feet (815 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Jayrūd
Jayrūd has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 224 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,674 ft (815 m) |
| Area | 273.2 sq mi (707.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 118/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8071°N, 36.7386°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 146 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 146 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 76 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (182 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 1.0 in |
Jayrūd has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Jayrūd
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Damascus إذاعة دمشق | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Arta Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Version FM | - | MP3 24 kbps | |
| voice of Grace (LB) | misc | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Jayrūd
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alsarai Museum | ||||
| المتحف الآرامي |
Libraries in Jayrūd
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| المبتدأ و الخبر | 0.0 | |||||
| المركز الثقافي العربي بالنبك | 0.0 | |||||
| المركز الثقافي العربي في يبرود | 0.0 |
Ski Resorts Near Jayrūd
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Jayrūd
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus International Airport | DAM | Large Airport |
| An Nasiriyah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Dimas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dumayr Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Marj Ruhayyil Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Mezzeh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Saiqal Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Shayrat Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Zboud Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jayrūd
What is the population of Jayrūd?
Jayrūd has a population of 32,352 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 118 people per square mile, spread across 273.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jayrūd?
Jayrūd enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.1 inches.