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Khamis Mushait, Saudi Arabia
'Asir Region · Saudi Arabia
Khamis Mushait is a large city in 'Asir Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 387,553. Elevation: 6,555 ft (1,998 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Khamis Mushait
Khamis Mushayt or Khamis Mushait is a city in south-west Saudi Arabia, located east of Abha, the provincial seat of the Asir Province 884 kilometres (549 mi) from the national capital of Riyadh. It is the capital of the Shahran tribe in the Asir region.
It is the fifth-largest city in Saudi Arabia after Riyadh, Jeddah, Mecca and Medina, with an estimated metro population of 1,353,000 as of 2017. Khamis Mushayt is noted for being the fourth largest trading centre in Saudi Arabia, and its military airbase.
People
Climate
| Population | 387,553 |
| Population Density | 1,282 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,555 ft (1,998 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.3000°, 42.7333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
| Country | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia |
| State / Province | 'Asir Region |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.6 inches (218 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Khamis Mushait
Khamis Mushait is a large city in Saudi Arabia ('Asir Region) with a population of 387,553. The city sits at an elevation of 6,555 feet (1,998 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Riyadh.
Climate in Khamis Mushait
Khamis Mushait has an average annual temperature of 20.6°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 176 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.9°F |
| 31% above Saudi Arabia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,555 ft (1,998 m) |
| Area | 302.4 sq mi (783.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,282/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.3000°N, 42.7333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Birk, Harrat al (117 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Birk, Harrat al | Volcanic field | 587 m (1,926 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Yar, Jabal | Volcanic field | 305 m (1,001 ft) | 1810 | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in |
Khamis Mushait has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 60°F in January to 80°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 8.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.0") and October the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Khamis Mushait
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College for Girls | College | — | Visit → |
| King Khaled University | University | — | — |
| King Khaled University | University | — | — |
| King Khalid University | University | — | Visit → |
| School of Artillery | College | — | — |
| معهد سلاح المدفعية | College | — | — |
Schools in Khamis Mushait
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manahel Al Jameah School | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية الفيصل | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية أبو العتاهية;متوسطة الخندق;ابتدائية عثمان بن مضعون | — | — | — | — |
| Manahel Al Jameah School | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية الفيصل | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية أبو العتاهية;متوسطة الخندق;ابتدائية عثمان بن مضعون | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Khamis Mushait
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asir Regional Museum | ||||
| Civilisation museum | ||||
| قرية بن حمسان التراثية | ||||
| قصر مبارك بن مشهور التراثي |
Libraries in Khamis Mushait
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مكتبة الحكمة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحكمة | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Khamis Mushait
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| حراج أبها | |||||
| سوق الفحم والحطب | |||||
| سوق المواشي |
Hotels in Khamis Mushait
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Khamis Mushait
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Khamis Mushait
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Khamis Mushait
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Khamis Mushait
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Khamis Mushait
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Khamis Mushait
46 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Khamis Mushait
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Khamis Mushait
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Khamis Mushait
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Khamis Mushait
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Khamis Mushait
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abha International Airport | AHB | Large Airport |
| King Khalid Air Base | KMX | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Khamis Mushait
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| الجامع الكبير الشيخ أحمد الحواشي | |
| مسجد بن تيميه |
Quick Facts
Around Khamis Mushait
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Khamis Mushait?
Khamis Mushait has a population of 387,553 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia. The population density is 1,282 people per square mile, spread across 302.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Khamis Mushait?
Khamis Mushait has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.6 inches.