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Marsá Maţrūḩ, Egypt
Matruh · Egypt
Marsá Maţrūḩ is a large city in Matruh, Egypt with a population of 176,498. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Marsá Maţrūḩ
Marsa Matrouh is a port city and the capital of Matrouh Governorate in Egypt. It is located 240 km (150 mi) west of Alexandria and 222 km (138 mi) east of Sallum on the main highway from the Nile Delta to the Libyan border. The city is also accessible from the south via another highway running through the Western Desert towards Siwa Oasis and Bahariya Oasis.
People
Climate
| Population | 176,498 |
| Population Density | 649 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.3529°, 27.2373° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Matruh |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.9 inches (149 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marsá Maţrūḩ
Marsá Maţrūḩ is a large city in Egypt (Matruh) with a population of 176,498. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Marsá Maţrūḩ
Marsá Maţrūḩ has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.7°C), the coldest is Jan (14.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 144 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 272.0 sq mi (704.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 649/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3529°N, 27.2373°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
Marsá Maţrūḩ has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 56°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 5.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Marsá Maţrūḩ
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huda Private | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة زاهر جلال | — | — | — | — |
| Matrouh Language Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Huda Private | — | — | — | — |
| Horreya | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Marsá Maţrūḩ
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rommel Cave Museum |
Hotels in Marsá Maţrūḩ
19 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Marsá Maţrūḩ
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Marsá Maţrūḩ
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Marsá Maţrūḩ
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Marsá Maţrūḩ
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Marsá Maţrūḩ
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Marsá Maţrūḩ
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Marsá Maţrūḩ
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Marsá Maţrūḩ
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mersa Matruh International Airport | MUH | Large Airport |
| Meliha Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Marsá Maţrūḩ
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| كنيسة العذراء مريم | |
| كنيسه الملاك | |
| مسجد الانصاري |
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Quick Facts
Around Marsá Maţrūḩ
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Marsá Maţrūḩ
3 places within 15 km
- • El-Passant Beach
- • Rommel's beach
- • Cleopatra Beach
🇪🇬 About Egypt
Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Marsá Maţrūḩ
What is the population of Marsá Maţrūḩ?
Marsá Maţrūḩ has a population of 176,498 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 649 people per square mile, spread across 272.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marsá Maţrūḩ?
Marsá Maţrūḩ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.9 inches.