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Sa'dah, Yemen
Şa‘dah · Yemen
Sa'dah is a mid-size city in Şa‘dah, Yemen with a population of 51,870. Elevation: 6,155 ft (1,876 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sa'dah
Saada, located in the northwest of Yemen, is the capital and largest city of the governorate bearing the same name, as well as the administrative seat of the eponymous district. The city lies in the Serat (Sarawat) mountains at an altitude of approximately 1,800 meters. As of 2004, it was the tenth-largest city in Yemen, with an estimated population of 51,870.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,870 |
| Population Density | 170 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,155 ft (1,876 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9402°, 43.7639° |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
| Country | 🇾🇪 Yemen |
| State / Province | Şa‘dah |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.4 inches (163 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sa'dah
Sa'dah is a mid-size city in Yemen (Şa‘dah) with a population of 51,870. The city sits at an elevation of 6,155 feet (1,876 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Aden.
Climate in Sa'dah
Sa'dah has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jun (26.2°C), the coldest is Dec (15.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 196 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.4°F |
| 30% above Yemen avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,155 ft (1,876 m) |
| Area | 304.7 sq mi (789.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9402°N, 43.7639°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yar, Jabal (100 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yar, Jabal | Volcanic field | 305 m (1,001 ft) | 1810 | 100 km |
| Arhab, Harra of | Volcanic field | 3,100 m (10,171 ft) | 500 | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in |
Sa'dah has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 60°F in January to 79°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 6.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.3") and October the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Sa'dah
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Ma`had al `Ilmi al `Ali | College | - | , |
| Sa'dah College of Education | College | - | , |
| مدرسة الثورة الأساسية بمديرية صعده | University | - | , |
Schools in Sa'dah
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الفتح | - | - | - | - |
| Al-Ges School | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Sa'dah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Souq | |||||
| Suq Nushur |
Hotels in Sa'dah
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Sa'dah
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sa'dah
9 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sa'dah
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sa'dah
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sa'dah
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Najran Domestic Airport | EAM | Medium Airport |
| Barat Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sadah Airport | SYE | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sa'dah
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AlEeman | |
| Jami` al Hadi | |
| مسجد دار الحديث بدماج |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Sa'dah
2 places within 15 km
- • Al Ghisla Castle
- • Al Gishla Castle
🇾🇪 About Yemen
Frequently Asked Questions About Sa'dah
What is the population of Sa'dah?
Sa'dah has a population of 51,870 residents and is located in Yemen. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 304.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sa'dah?
Sa'dah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.4 inches.