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Ras Gharib, Egypt
Red Sea · Egypt
Ras Gharib is a mid-size city in Red Sea, Egypt with a population of 44,852. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Ras Gharib
Ra's Ghareb is the northernmost of the markazes (municipalities) in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, situated on the African side of the Gulf of Suez. It has an area of 10,464.46 km². At the 2006 Egyptian national census, the population numbered 32,369.
It is one of the leading centers of petroleum production in Egypt, having housed the main operations for first the Anglo-Egyptian Oilfields Ltd and then the Egyptian national petroleum company. For a time it was the capital of the Red Sea Governorate.
People
Climate
| Population | 44,852 |
| Population Density | 160 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.3583°, 33.0783° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Red Sea |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ras Gharib
Ras Gharib is a mid-size city in Egypt (Red Sea) with a population of 44,852. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Ras Gharib
Ras Gharib has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Aug (30.7°C), the coldest is Feb (17°C). Average annual precipitation is 27 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 280.3 sq mi (725.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3583°N, 33.0783°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1969 | GULF OF SUEZ | Earthquake | — | 2 | 116 km |
| 1879 | GULF OF SUEZ | Earthquake | — | — | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
Ras Gharib has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 59°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (0.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Ras Gharib
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ras Gharib
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ras Gharib
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ras Gharib
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ras Gharib
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ras Gharib
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Rudeis Airport | AUE | Small Airport |
| At Tur Airport | ELT | Small Airport |
| Gabal El Zeit Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ras Shukeir Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wadi Firan Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Egypt
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What is the population of Ras Gharib?
Ras Gharib has a population of 44,852 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 160 people per square mile, spread across 280.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ras Gharib?
Ras Gharib has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.1 inches.