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Rafaḩ, Egypt
North Sinai · Egypt
Rafaḩ is a mid-size city in North Sinai, Egypt with a population of 44,215. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Rafaḩ
Canada Camp was a Palestinian refugee camp in the northern Sinai near Rafah, formed in 1972 and evacuated in 2000. The Camp was named after the Canadian contingent of the United Nations Emergency Force, which formerly had a camp at the location. Most refugees were relocated to Tel al-Sultan in the southern Gaza Strip.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,215 |
| Population Density | 837 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.2820°, 34.2387° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | North Sinai |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.5 inches (217 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rafaḩ
Rafaḩ is a mid-size city in Egypt (North Sinai) with a population of 44,215. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Rafaḩ
Rafaḩ has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.3°C), the coldest is Feb (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 295 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.4°F |
| 27% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 52.8 sq mi (136.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 837/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2820°N, 34.2387°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 132 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
Rafaḩ has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 55°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 8.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.1") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Rafaḩ
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Qarara cultural museum | ||||
| Al-Nour AlMohammadi mosque | ||||
| Fish Farm | ||||
| Ministry of Interior | ||||
| Qaser Al-Basha Museum | ||||
| Yasser Arafat Foundation - Gaza |
Libraries in Rafaḩ
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL esra'a Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Nahda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Al-Yazjy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| AlHoda Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| Almanara Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alquds Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| ALwehda bookshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Angel Eyes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dar Alketab w Alsona Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elyan library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eschol public library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hazim Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Khan Younis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Masoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library-Under Construction | 0.0 | |||||
| Palestinian Planning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Semsem Library | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة المركزية | 0.0 | |||||
| سمايل كنج للهدايا والقرطاسية | 0.0 | |||||
| مطبعة كوالتي | 0.0 | |||||
| مطبعة ومكتبة مؤمن | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتب دحلان | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عيسى | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة التوفيق | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحاج صلاح أبو طه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الفردوس | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة اليازجي | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جواهر لال نهرو | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة حسونة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة خزاعة المركزية | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة منصور | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rafaḩ
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feras Market | |||||
| بوابة اصداء الشمالية | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الجمعة | |||||
| سوق الحلال | |||||
| سوق اليرموك الشعبي |
Stadiums & Teams in Rafaḩ
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rafaḩ
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| El Arish International Airport | AAC | Large Airport |
| El Jora Airport | EGH | Medium Airport |
| Ramon Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Tel Nof Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Gvulot Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzerim Northwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kzeiot Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | — | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
| Naan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Negba-Gold Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Palmahim Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Palmahim South Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rishon Lezion Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Talmei Yosef Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Rafaḩ
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Nour Rehabilitaion Center for the Visuallty Impaired | ||
| Al-Qeshawi Supermaket;المركز الدولي للعيون | ||
| مخرطه البيارى (ورشه العتبه الخضراء ) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rafaḩ
What is the population of Rafaḩ?
Rafaḩ has a population of 44,215 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 837 people per square mile, spread across 52.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rafaḩ?
Rafaḩ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.5 inches.