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Laḩij, Yemen
Laḩij · Yemen
Laḩij is a small city in Laḩij, Yemen with a population of 23,375. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
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About Laḩij
Lahej or Lahij, formerly called Al-Hawtah, is a city and an area located between Ta'izz and Aden in Yemen. From the 18th to the 20th century, its rulers were of the Abdali branch of the Al-Sallami tribe who trace their lineage to one of the 10 tribes of Yaffa called Kalad. Lahij was the capital city of the Sultanate of Lahej, a protectorate of the British Empire until 1967, when the sultan was expelled and the city became a part of People's Republic of South Yemen. When Yemen Arab Republic and South Yemen merged on 22 May 1990, Lahij became part of the Republic of Yemen.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,375 |
| Population Density | 9,350 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0567°, 44.8819° |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
| Country | 🇾🇪 Yemen |
| State / Province | Laḩij |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Laḩij
Laḩij is a small city in Yemen (Laḩij) with a population of 23,375. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Aden.
Climate in Laḩij
Laḩij has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.6°C), the coldest is Jan (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 338 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.3°F |
| 56% above Yemen avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,350/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0567°N, 44.8819°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sawad, Harra Es- (146 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sawad, Harra Es- | Volcanic field | 1,737 m (5,699 ft) | 1253 | 146 km |
| Dhamar, Harras of | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | 1937 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 89°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Laḩij has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 77°F in January to 92°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 2.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (0.5") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Laḩij
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuwait school | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة إقبال | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الخنساء الأساسية- بنات | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Laḩij
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Laḩij
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| الغويزي للتجارة | |||||
| سوق المنصورة التجاري | |||||
| سوق المنصورة المركزي ( سوق الخضروات) | |||||
| سوق قات القاهرة | |||||
| سوق قات الكراع | |||||
| عدن المنصورة - الوحدة السكنية، شيخ عثمان، اليمن |
Restaurants in Laḩij
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Laḩij
5 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Laḩij
12 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Laḩij
19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Laḩij
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Laḩij
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| استاد 22 مايو |
Airports Near Laḩij
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aden International Airport | ADE | Large Airport |
| Al Anad Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Taiz International Airport | TAI | Medium Airport |
| Ad-Dali Airport | DHL | Small Airport |
| Little Aden Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Laḩij
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Waht Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Laḩij
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Markaz al Umumah wa at Tufulah wa al Wiladah at Tabi`iyah Khawr Maksar | ||
| مركز علمار |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Laḩij
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| National Mosque | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد أبو بكر الصديق | |
| مسجد الجامع | |
| مسجد الدولة | |
| مسجد الوادعي | |
| مسجد مقيبرة |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laḩij
What is the population of Laḩij?
Laḩij has a population of 23,375 residents and is located in Yemen. The population density is 9,350 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laḩij?
Laḩij has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.8 inches.