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Kafr Sawm, Jordan
Irbid · Jordan
Kafr Sawm is a small city in Irbid, Jordan with a population of 7,152. Elevation: 1,427 ft (435 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Kafr Sawm
كفر سوم بلدة أردنية تتبع لواء بني كنانة الواقع في محافظة إربد شمال الأردن على الحدود السورية.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,152 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6853°, 35.8010° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Irbid |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.9 inches (429 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kafr Sawm
Kafr Sawm is a small city in Jordan (Irbid) with a population of 7,152. The city sits at an elevation of 1,427 feet (435 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.3°F |
| 23% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 106.0 sq mi (274.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6853°N, 35.8010°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 | 45 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 115 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 45 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 81 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 93 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 83 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 81 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in |
Kafr Sawm has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 51°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 16.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Kafr Sawm
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة البنات الثانوية | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kafr Sawm
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kol Rega קול רגע 91.5/96 (IL) | music, news | MP3 | |
| 104.5FM צפון (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kafr Sawm
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caphernaum The Town of Jesus | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| Tel A Saki | ||||
| Umm Qais Museum | ||||
| חוות כנרת | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات |
Libraries in Kafr Sawm
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عبادة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kafr Sawm
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Stadiums & Teams in Kafr Sawm
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hassan Stadium | ||
| Almalab Albaladi |
Airports Near Kafr Sawm
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus International Airport | DAM | Large Airport |
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Marj Ruhayyil Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kafr Sawm
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| community health center | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| Pharmacy | ||
| Qassem Alshalbi sons | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| Yarmouk University health center | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور | ||
| د.سارة الرواشدة | ||
| د.عادل المومني | ||
| مجمع لامار الطبي التجميل |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kafr Sawm
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد عمر بن الخطاب |
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What is the population of Kafr Sawm?
Kafr Sawm has a population of 7,152 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 106.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kafr Sawm?
Kafr Sawm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.9 inches.