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Kafr Buhum, Syria
Hama · Syria
Kafr Buhum is a small city in Hama, Syria with a population of 12,194. Elevation: 1,112 ft (339 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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About Kafr Buhum
Kafr Buhum, commonly referred to as Kfarbo, is a town in central Syria, administratively part of the Hama Governorate, located 9 kilometers (5.6 mi) southwest of Hama. Nearby localities include al-Rabiaa and Matnin to the northwest, Tayzin to the north, al-Khalidiyah to the east, Tell Qartal to the southeast, Birin to the south and al-Muah to the southwest. According to the Syria Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), Kafr Buhum had a population of 12,194 in the 2004 census. Its inhabitants are predominantly Christian. It is 330 meters (1082 ft) above the sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,194 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,112 ft (339 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0597°, 36.6991° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Hama |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.4 inches (391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kafr Buhum
Kafr Buhum is a small city in Syria (Hama) with a population of 12,194. The city sits at an elevation of 1,112 feet (339 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Kafr Buhum
Kafr Buhum 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 | 65.3°F |
| 21% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,112 ft (339 m) |
| Area | 423.9 sq mi (1,097.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0597°N, 36.6991°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 | 135 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 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) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in |
Kafr Buhum has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kafr Buhum
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الشهيد الياس طعمة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الشهيد اسحاق محفوض | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة كفربهم الريفية | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kafr Buhum
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldawwar Alshaarqi | ||||
| Azm Palace | ||||
| National Musuem | ||||
| Taybet Alimam Museum | ||||
| The big pitch |
Libraries in Kafr Buhum
| 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 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 Kafr Buhum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| السوق الطويل | |||||
| السوق الطويل | |||||
| بقالية البركة | |||||
| بقالية البركة | |||||
| بقالية عبود | |||||
| بقالية عبود | |||||
| سوق الغنم | |||||
| سوق الغنم | |||||
| شركة البكور | |||||
| شركة البكور | |||||
| فروج العموري | |||||
| فروج العموري |
Train Stations in Kafr Buhum
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kafr Buhum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kafr Buhum
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abu ad Duhur Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Al Qusayr Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rene Mouawad Air Base | KYE | Medium Airport |
| Hamah Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Shayrat Air Base | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kafr Buhum
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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kafr Buhum
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mar Hanna | |
| القس نجيب |
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What is the population of Kafr Buhum?
Kafr Buhum has a population of 12,194 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 423.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kafr Buhum?
Kafr Buhum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches.