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Safi, Jordan
Karak · Jordan
Safi is a small city in Karak, Jordan with a population of 15,200. Elevation: -1,204 ft (-367 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Safi
Ghor es-Safi, also transliterated Ghawr as-Safi, is an area in the Jordan valley located in the Wadi al-Hasa. It is situated between the governorates of Karak and Tafilah, near the southern Dead Sea. The location is depicted on the 6th-century Madaba map as "Zoara."
People
Climate
| Population | 15,200 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -1,204 ft (-367 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.0361°, 35.4654° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Karak |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.3 inches (59 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Safi
Safi is a small city in Jordan (Karak) with a population of 15,200. The city sits at an elevation of -1,204 feet (-367 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Safi
Safi has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.8°C), the coldest is Jan (16.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 76 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 92°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | -1,204 ft (-367 m) |
| Area | 297.5 sq mi (770.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0361°N, 35.4654°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
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 | - | 72 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in |
Safi has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 61°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Museums in Safi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Karak Museum | ||||
| Museum at the Lowest Place on Earth | ||||
| متحف القلعة |
Gas Stations in Safi
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Safi
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large Airport |
| Bar Yehuda Airfield | MTZ | Medium Airport |
| King Feisal Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nevatim Air Base | VTM | Medium Airport |
| Arad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Beersheba (Teyman) Airport | BEV | Small Airport |
| Dimona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ein Yahav Airfield | EIY | Small Airport |
| Hatzor Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Kedma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mitzpe Ramon Airfield | MIP | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Safi
What is the population of Safi?
Safi has a population of 15,200 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 297.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Safi?
Safi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.3 inches.