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Mafraq, Jordan
Mafraq · Jordan
Mafraq is a mid-size city in Mafraq, Jordan with a population of 57,118. Elevation: 2,313 ft (705 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mafraq
Mafraq is the capital city of Mafraq Governorate in Jordan, located 80 km to the north of the national capital, Amman. It is located at a crossroads, with a road north going to Syria and another road to the east going to Iraq. It had 56,340 inhabitants in 2004.
People
Climate
| Population | 57,118 |
| Population Density | 10,558 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,313 ft (705 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3429°, 36.2080° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Mafraq |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.4 inches (213 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mafraq
Mafraq is a mid-size city in Jordan (Mafraq) with a population of 57,118. The city sits at an elevation of 2,313 feet (705 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Mafraq
Mafraq has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.8°C), the coldest is Jan (8°C). Average annual precipitation is 136 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,313 ft (705 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,558/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3429°N, 36.2080°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 | 99 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 97 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 99 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 130 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 135 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 77 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (129 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 1.6 in |
Mafraq has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mafraq
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al al-Bayt University | University | - | , |
| College of Engineering | College | - | Visit → |
| College of Finance and Business Administration | College | - | , |
| Information Technology College | College | - | , |
| Information Technology College IT | College | - | , |
| Registration and Admission building | University | - | , |
| University Presidency | University | - | , |
| المستشار الثقافي | University | - | , |
| عمادة شؤون الطلبة | University | - | , |
| عمادة شؤون الطلبة | University | - | , |
| قاعة الحسين بن علي للمؤتمرات | University | - | , |
| كلية الشريعة | College | - | , |
| مبنى البخاري | College | - | , |
| مبنى البيروني | College | - | , |
| مبنى الترمذي | University | - | , |
| مبنى بني هاشم | University | - | , |
| مبنى قريش للقاعات الدراسية | University | - | , |
Radio Stations near Mafraq
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayat FM | civil, hashemite | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mood FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noursat Jordan TV | - | AAC,H.264 563 kbps | |
| Mazaj FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Dahab | classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| MOOD FM (SA) | - | AAC+ 70 kbps |
Museums in Mafraq
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House 119 - The Interpretive and Hospitality Center | ||||
| درعا |
Libraries in Mafraq
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowledge Station Kom Al Ahmar | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipality library | 0.0 | |||||
| Um Al Kitab | 0.0 | |||||
| Um Al Kitab | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة الهاشمية | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة البلدية ثغرة الجب | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الجامعة | 0.0 |
Castles in Mafraq
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mafraq
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mafraq
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mafraq
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mafraq
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Mohammed Stadium |
Airports Near Mafraq
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Muwaffaq Salti Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| Al Ghadaf Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Tel Qulib | - | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mafraq
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al Aqsa Clinic | ||
| المركز الصحي |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mafraq
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Zwajeer mosque | |
| جامع ثغرة الجب الكبير | |
| مسجد سعيد بن جبير |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Mafraq
5 places within 15 km
- • Rihab
- • Umm as-Surah
- • Umm as-Surah
- • Umm as-Surah
- • Al Hamra
🇯🇴 About Jordan
Frequently Asked Questions About Mafraq
What is the population of Mafraq?
Mafraq has a population of 57,118 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 10,558 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mafraq?
Mafraq enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.