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Rosetta, Egypt
Beheira · Egypt
Rosetta is a large city in Beheira, Egypt with a population of 301,795. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Rosetta
Rosetta or Rashid is a port city of the Nile Delta, 65 km (40 mi) east of Alexandria, in Egypt's Beheira governorate. The Rosetta Stone was discovered in nearby Fort Julien in 1799.
People
Climate
| Population | 301,795 |
| Population Density | 1,110 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.3995°, 30.4172° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Beheira |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.2 inches (184 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rosetta
Rosetta is a large city in Egypt (Beheira) with a population of 301,795. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Rosetta
Rosetta has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Feb (15.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 225 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 271.8 sq mi (704.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3995°N, 30.4172°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in |
Rosetta has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 58°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.0") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Rosetta
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة ام المصرين الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ام المصرين الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Rosetta
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid National Museum |
Farmers Markets in Rosetta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مزرعة الحج فتح الله ابو هيكل | |||||
| مزرعة الحج فتح الله ابو هيكل |
Restaurants in Rosetta
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Rosetta
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rosetta
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rosetta
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rosetta
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria International Airport | HBE | Large Airport |
| Birma Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Jiyanklis Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Al Battikh Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rosetta
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Mahaly Mosque | |
| al-Mushid bil-Nur Mosque | |
| St. Mark's Church | |
| Wafya Al-Samet Mosque | |
| جامع العباسي | |
| مسجد الحد | |
| مسجد سيدى على الخلعى | |
| مسجد منصور قبودان |
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Quick Facts
Around Rosetta
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇪🇬 About Egypt
Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Rosetta?
Rosetta has a population of 301,795 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 1,110 people per square mile, spread across 271.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rosetta?
Rosetta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.2 inches.