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Kaff al-Jaa, Syria
Tartus · Syria
Kaff al-Jaa is a small town in Tartus, Syria with a population of 3,500. Elevation: 2,920 ft (890 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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About Kaff al-Jaa
Kaff al-Jaa is a village in northwestern Syria, administratively part of the Tartus Governorate. Nearby localities include al-Qadmus to the west, Deir Mama to the northeast, Masyaf to the east, Wadi al-Oyun to the south and Hammam Wasel to the southwest. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics, Kaff al-Jaa had a population of 2,068 in the 2004 census. Its inhabitants are predominantly Alawites.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,500 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,920 ft (890 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0864°, 36.2061° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Tartus |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,069 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kaff al-Jaa
Kaff al-Jaa is a small town in Syria (Tartus) with a population of 3,500. The city sits at an elevation of 2,920 feet (890 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,920 ft (890 m) |
| Area | 200.2 sq mi (518.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0864°N, 36.2061°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 | 124 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 7.5 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
Kaff al-Jaa has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 42°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.0") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in Kaff al-Jaa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة المجدل الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة تلة الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الشيحة | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kaff al-Jaa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The waterwheels of Al-Asharna |
Clinics in Kaff al-Jaa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kaff al-Jaa
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kaff al-Jaa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Shayrat Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaff al-Jaa
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مقام الشيخ احمد العلي | |
| مقام الشيخ احمد العلي | |
| مقام الشيخ حسين ميهوب حرفوش | |
| مقام الشيخ خليل التناخة | |
| مقام الشيخ خليل التناخة | |
| مقام الشيخ رمضان | |
| مقام الشيخ سعد الانصاري | |
| مقام الشيخ سلمان حرفوش | |
| مقام الشيخ علي الحسني | |
| مقام الشيخ علي الحسني | |
| مقام الشيخ علي محسن | |
| مقام الشيخ محمد | |
| مقام الشيخ محمد القبضون | |
| مقام الشيخ محمد المستوي | |
| مقام الشيخ يوسف ابراهيم |
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What is the population of Kaff al-Jaa?
Kaff al-Jaa has a population of 3,500 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 200.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kaff al-Jaa?
Kaff al-Jaa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches.