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Maşyāf, Syria
Hama · Syria
Maşyāf is a mid-size city in Hama, Syria with a population of 32,262. Elevation: 1,647 ft (502 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maşyāf
Masyaf is a city in northwestern Syria. It is the center of the Masyaf District in the Hama Governorate. As of 2004, Masyaf had a religiously diverse population of approximately 22,000 Ismailis, Alawites and Christians. The city is well known for its large medieval castle, particularly its role as the headquarters of the Nizari Ismailis and their elite Assassins unit.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,262 |
| Population Density | 161 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,647 ft (502 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.0653°, 36.3406° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Hama |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.7 inches (755 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maşyāf
Maşyāf is a mid-size city in Syria (Hama) with a population of 32,262. The city sits at an elevation of 1,647 feet (502 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Maşyāf
Maşyāf has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (10.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 507 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,647 ft (502 m) |
| Area | 200.2 sq mi (518.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.0653°N, 36.3406°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | - | 1,800 | 127 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
Maşyāf has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 46°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Maşyāf
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الصومعة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الرصافة | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maşyāf
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Maşyāf
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The waterwheels of Al-Asharna |
Farmers Markets in Maşyāf
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Slaiman for vegetables and fruits | |||||
| Basem | |||||
| Basem's Marketplace |
Hotels in Maşyāf
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Maşyāf
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Maşyāf
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Maşyāf
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maşyāf
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Maşyāf
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Al Qusayr Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Latakia International Airport | LTK | Medium Airport |
| Rene Mouawad Air Base | KYE | Medium Airport |
| Al Futasiyah | - | Small Airport |
| Hamah Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Shayrat Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Maşyāf
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مركز بريد مصياف |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maşyāf
25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| كنيسة الصعود | |
| كنيسة القديس جاورجيوس | |
| مقام الاربع ترب | |
| مقام الشيخ احمد | |
| مقام الشيخ الشيخ عبد الله | |
| مقام الشيخ حسن | |
| مقام الشيخ حيدر محمد شعبان | |
| مقام الشيخ رحال | |
| مقام الشيخ رمضان الوقاف | |
| مقام الشيخ سلمان | |
| مقام الشيخ سلمان عدة | |
| مقام الشيخ سلمان عدة | |
| مقام الشيخ صالح | |
| مقام الشيخ عباس | |
| مقام الشيخ عباس الاسمر | |
| مقام الشيخ علي العجمي | |
| مقام الشيخ علي الناعم | |
| مقام الشيخ عيد | |
| مقام الشيخ محمود | |
| مقام الشيخ محمود اليوسف |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maşyāf
What is the population of Maşyāf?
Maşyāf has a population of 32,262 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 161 people per square mile, spread across 200.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maşyāf?
Maşyāf enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.