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Nizwá, Oman
Ad Dakhiliyah · Oman
Nizwá is a mid-size city in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman with a population of 72,076. Elevation: 1,677 ft (511 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Nizwá
Nizwa is the largest city in Ad Dakhiliyah Governorate in Oman and was the capital of Oman proper. Nizwa is about 140 km from the Omani capital Muscat. The population is estimated at around 83,544 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 72,076 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,677 ft (511 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.9333°, 57.5333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Muscat |
| Country | 🇴🇲 Oman |
| State / Province | Ad Dakhiliyah |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.9 inches (150 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nizwá
Nizwá is a mid-size city in Oman (Ad Dakhiliyah) with a population of 72,076. The city sits at an elevation of 1,677 feet (511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Muscat.
Climate in Nizwá
Nizwá has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is Jun (35.6°C), the coldest is Jan (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 121 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Oman avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,677 ft (511 m) |
| Area | 1,351.4 sq mi (3,500.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.9333°N, 57.5333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Muscat |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 0.2 in | |
| August | 87°F (31°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in |
Nizwá has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 64°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 5.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.4") and October the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Nizwá
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nizwa College of Technology | University | — | — |
| Nizwah College of Technology | University | — | — |
| open stage | College | — | — |
| University of Nizwa | University | — | Visit → |
| University of Nizwa | University | — | — |
Schools in Nizwá
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| لم يتحدد | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة أبو عبيدة | — | — | — | — |
| Al Ain School 11-12 | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة حفصة للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| Dawhath Al Adab School | — | — | — | — |
| Al Shatha School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة شمس النهضه للتعليم الأساسي | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nizwá
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nizwá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Hoota Cave Visitor Center | ||||
| Bahla Gate | ||||
| Entrance of the old city of Manah | ||||
| Nizwa Gate | ||||
| Oman Across Ages Museum |
Libraries in Nizwá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| library of university | 0.0 | |||||
| Maktabat Hamlat AlElem | 0.0 | |||||
| Nizwa College of Applied Sciences | 0.0 | |||||
| Nizwa College of Technology | 0.0 | |||||
| READING ROOM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nizwá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Ghantaq light centre shopping | |||||
| Bahla Historic Souks | |||||
| Date Souq | |||||
| East Souq | |||||
| Farq shopping centre | |||||
| Fish Souq | |||||
| Meat Souq | |||||
| New Farq shopping centre | |||||
| Nizwa Crafts Souk | |||||
| Nizwa Fruit & Vegetable Souk | |||||
| Nizwa Livestock Market | |||||
| Sweets & Halwa Souk | |||||
| أسواق القبائل | |||||
| الأسواق الوطنية للهدايا | |||||
| البيع بالتجزئه للأدوات والأواني المنزليه | |||||
| سوق إزكي الجديد |
Hotels in Nizwá
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nizwá
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Nizwá
16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Nizwá
4 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nizwá
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Nizwá
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nizwá
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nizwá
17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nizwá
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nizwá
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Nizwá
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nizwá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nizwá
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mussanah Airport | MNH | Medium Airport |
| Adam Airport | AOM | Small Airport |
| Izki Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Oman Flying Club Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saiq Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nizwá
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oman post |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Nizwá
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| <i>Aflaj</i> Irrigation Systems of Oman | Cultural | 2006 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nizwá
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Alamath abu al hawary Mosque | |
| Al Balad At Teiyib Mosque | |
| Al Rahman Majid | |
| Alshawadhna mosque | |
| Mosque Hail Farq | |
| Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Nizwa | |
| Sultan Qaboos Mosque | |
| جامع | |
| جامع الحق | |
| جامع سميط | |
| جامع عبداللة بن أباض | |
| جامع عرفة | |
| جامع فرق | |
| مسجد أبو بكر | |
| مسجد الحق | |
| مسجد الراكة | |
| مسجد الصبارة | |
| مسجد غاف الشيخ | |
| مسجد كمه | |
| مصلى العيد بنزوى |
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Quick Facts
Around Nizwá
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Nizwá
Frequently Asked Questions About Nizwá
What is the population of Nizwá?
Nizwá has a population of 72,076 residents and is located in Oman. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 1,351.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nizwá?
Nizwá has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.9 inches.