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Msalātah, Libya
Al Marqab · Libya
Msalātah is a mid-size city in Al Marqab, Libya with a population of 73,907. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Msalātah
Msallata is a town in the northwestern part of Libya, in the Murqub District. It has a population of nearly 24,000, and was historically a center of Islamic studies. It is also known for having very wet winters, olive tree farming and olive oil production. The Tripolian Republic was announced in Msallata on 16 November 1918 which was the first republic in the Arab world. Along with the city of Tarhuna, it gave its name to the former Libyan district of Tarhuna wa Msalata.
People
Climate
| Population | 73,907 |
| Population Density | 275 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.5835°, 14.0363° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Al Marqab |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.3 inches (287 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Msalātah
Msalātah is a mid-size city in Libya (Al Marqab) with a population of 73,907. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Msalātah
Msalātah has an average annual temperature of 20.5°C (69°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 429 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 268.4 sq mi (695.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 275/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5835°N, 14.0363°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in |
Msalātah has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 54°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 11.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Msalātah
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Arts & Science | University | — | — |
| College of Arts and Sciences Masallatah | University | — | — |
| Intermediate Institute for Comprehensive Professions | University | — | — |
Schools in Msalātah
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamza bin Abdul Muttalib School for Quran memorization | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| احمد رفيق المهدوي القصيعة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة شهداء فبراير | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة شهداء القصبات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ذات النطاقين | — | — | — | — |
| Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School | — | — | — | — |
| School | — | — | — | — |
| Medium School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الرفاعية | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Msalātah
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Msalātah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبات وقرطاسية | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Msalātah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketplace | |||||
| Marketplace | |||||
| سوق الخمس التجاري |
Cafes in Msalātah
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Msalātah
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Msalātah
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Msalātah
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Msalātah
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Msalātah
16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Msalātah
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Msalātah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Msalātah
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mitiga International Airport | MJI | Large Airport |
| Abu Aisha Agricultural Aviation Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zliten Commercial Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Msalātah
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HATIF LIBYA Co. |
Treatment Centers in Msalātah
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| hamod clinic | ||
| Saray Hospital | ||
| العيادات المجمعة | ||
| عيادة أمراض نساء | ||
| مركز خدمات الصحة المدرسية الخمس |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Msalātah
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Amamra Mosque | |
| Billal bin Rabah | |
| Great Mosque | |
| Khalifa Mosque | |
| Masjid Umar ibn Abd Al-Aziz | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Senussi Zawiya | |
| البركات | |
| زاوية الهمالي | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد ال البيت | |
| مسجد الشهداء | |
| مسجد الشورى | |
| مسجد القدس | |
| مسجد المجابرة التاريخي |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Msalātah
1 places within 15 km
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What is the population of Msalātah?
Msalātah has a population of 73,907 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 275 people per square mile, spread across 268.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Msalātah?
Msalātah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.3 inches.