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Kassab, Syria
Latakia · Syria
Kassab is a small town in Latakia, Syria with a population of 1,500. Elevation: 2,293 ft (699 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kassab
Kassab is a surname, a variant of Qasab. Other variants of the name are Cassab and Casap. Notable people with the surname include:Alejandro Hagano Cassab aka Gran Sandy (1937-2005), Bolivian-Argentine comedian and entertainer
Barbara Kassab-Every (1945−2013), Dutch artist
Freddy Kassab, involved in the Fatal Vision controversy
Jibrail Kassab, bishop of the Chaldean Catholic Church in Australia
Gilberto Kassab, Brazilian politician, mayor of São Paulo
May Kassab, Egyptian singer
Nimatullah Kassab (1808−1858), Lebanese monk, scholar and saint
Théophile Georges Kassab (1945−2013), Syrian Syriac Catholic archbishop
Yumna Kassab, Australian novelist
People
Climate
| Population | 1,500 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.9264°, 35.9897° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Latakia |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.1 inches (764 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
About Kassab
Kassab is a small town in Syria (Latakia) with a population of 1,500. The city sits at an elevation of 2,293 feet (699 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,293 ft (699 m) |
| Area | 74.3 sq mi (192.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9264°N, 35.9897°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 | 36 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 32 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
Kassab has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 45°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.1") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Kassab
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armenian School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kassab
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SÜPER SHOW RADYO (TR) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95.1 TEMPO RADYO HATAY (TR) | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| ANTAKYA RENK FM HATAY (TR) | hafif müzik, halk müziği | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Kassab
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musadağ Müzesi |
Hotels in Kassab
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kassab
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kassab
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kassab
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kassab
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hatay Airport | HTY | Medium Airport |
| Latakia International Airport | LTK | Medium Airport |
| Murshid Sarhan Agricultural Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kassab
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Mother of God Armenian Apostolic Church | |
| Saint Michael the Archangel Armenian Catholic Church | |
| جامع كسب |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kassab
What is the population of Kassab?
Kassab has a population of 1,500 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 74.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kassab?
Kassab enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.1 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.