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Murzuk, Libya
Murzuq District · Libya
Murzuk is a mid-size city in Murzuq District, Libya with a population of 30,491. Elevation: 1,473 ft (449 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Murzuk
Murzuk, Murzuq, Murzug or Merzug is an oasis town and the capital of the Murzuq District in the Fezzan region of southwest Libya. It lies on the northern edge of the Murzuq Desert, an extremely arid region of ergs or great sand dunes which is part of the greater Sahara Desert.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,491 |
| Population Density | 106 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,473 ft (449 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.9155°, 13.9184° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Murzuq District |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Murzuk
Murzuk is a mid-size city in Libya (Murzuq District) with a population of 30,491. The city sits at an elevation of 1,473 feet (449 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Murzuk
Murzuk has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Aug (32.4°C), the coldest is Jan (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 99 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.3°F |
| 36% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,473 ft (449 m) |
| Area | 286.5 sq mi (741.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.9155°N, 13.9184°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 89°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in |
Murzuk has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 54°F in January to 89°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 0.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Murzuk
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Economics | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Economics - Murzuq | University | - | , |
| Higher Institute of Medical Technology - Murzuq | University | - | , |
| The intermediate institute for science and technology - Murzuq | College | - | , |
Schools in Murzuk
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High School -Girls | - | - | - | - |
| Annasr School | - | - | - | - |
| Musaib bin umair School | - | - | - | - |
| Victory School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Murzuk
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Murzuk
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Murzuk
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Murzuk
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Murzuk
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Murzuk
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Murzuk
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Murzuk
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Murzuk
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Umran Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Murzuk
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post office Murzuq |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Murzuk
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dissa Mosque | |
| Do norain Mosque | |
| Imam Malik Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| المسجد الحديث | |
| مسجد |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Murzuk
What is the population of Murzuk?
Murzuk has a population of 30,491 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 106 people per square mile, spread across 286.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Murzuk?
Murzuk has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.5 inches.