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Ma'rib, Yemen
Ma’rib · Yemen
Ma'rib is a small city in Ma’rib, Yemen with a population of 16,794. Elevation: 3,593 ft (1,095 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Ma'rib
Marib is the capital city of Marib Governorate, Yemen. It was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Sabaʾ, which some scholars believe to be the ancient Sheba of biblical fame. It is about 120 kilometres east of Yemen's modern capital, Sanaa, and is in the region of the Sarawat Mountains. In 2005 it had a population of 16,794. However, in 2021, it had absorbed close to a million refugees fleeing the Yemeni Civil War.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,794 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,593 ft (1,095 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4625°, 45.3258° |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
| Country | 🇾🇪 Yemen |
| State / Province | Ma’rib |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.5 inches (113 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ma'rib
Ma'rib is a small city in Yemen (Ma’rib) with a population of 16,794. The city sits at an elevation of 3,593 feet (1,095 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Aden.
Climate in Ma'rib
Ma'rib has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Jul (32.9°C), the coldest is Dec (19.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 61 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.3°F |
| 49% above Yemen avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,593 ft (1,095 m) |
| Area | 307.0 sq mi (795.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4625°N, 45.3258°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Haylan, Jabal (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Haylan, Jabal | Volcanic field | 1,550 m (5,085 ft) | -1200 | 25 km |
| Dhamar, Harras of | Volcanic field | 3,500 m (11,483 ft) | 1937 | 122 km |
| Arhab, Harra of | Volcanic field | 3,100 m (10,171 ft) | 500 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
Ma'rib has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 68°F in December to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (0.8") and October the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Ma'rib
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| جامعة سبأ | University | — | — |
Schools in Ma'rib
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة حمزه بن عبدالمطلب | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ma'rib
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Ma'rib
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مفرق حريب |
Hotels in Ma'rib
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ma'rib
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ma'rib
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ma'rib
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ma'rib
11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ma'rib
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ma'rib
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ma'rib
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Al Ain Airport Ain District, Shabwah Governorate, Yemen | WDA | Small Airport |
| Al-Hazm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Beihan Airport | BHN | Small Airport |
| Marib Airport | MYN | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ma'rib
5 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient City of Ma’rib | ||
| Awam Tempel | ||
| Bar'an Temple | ||
| Landmarks of the Ancient Kingdom of Saba, Marib | Cultural | 2023 |
| Sirwah |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ma'rib
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد الدعوة والتبليغ |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ma'rib
What is the population of Ma'rib?
Ma'rib has a population of 16,794 residents and is located in Yemen. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 307.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ma'rib?
Ma'rib has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.5 inches.