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Şakhrah, Jordan
Ajloun · Jordan
Şakhrah is a small city in Ajloun, Jordan with a population of 10,616. Elevation: 3,553 ft (1,083 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Şakhrah
Sakhra is a residential area located in the Qaṣabah 'Ajlūn District in Ajloun Governorate, Jordan. It serves as the center of a sub-district that bears its name Sakhra Sub-district which includes six other localities.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,616 |
| Population Density | 370 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,553 ft (1,083 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3709°, 35.8427° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Ajloun |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.4 inches (392 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Şakhrah
Şakhrah is a small city in Jordan (Ajloun) with a population of 10,616. The city sits at an elevation of 3,553 feet (1,083 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Şakhrah
Şakhrah has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.5°C), the coldest is Jan (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 358 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,553 ft (1,083 m) |
| Area | 28.7 sq mi (74.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 370/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3709°N, 35.8427°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1759 | AKKO | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 2,000 | 77 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 82 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 77 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 52 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 126 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 105 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 52 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in |
Şakhrah has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 45°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Şakhrah
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسه كفرخل الثانويه للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عبين الثانوية الشاملة المختلطة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عبين عبلين الثانوية للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عبين عبلين الثانوية للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عبين عبلين الثانوية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عبين الاساسية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Şakhrah
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayat FM | civil, hashemite | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mood FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noursat Jordan TV | - | AAC,H.264 563 kbps | |
| Mazaj FM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kol Rega קול רגע 91.5/96 (IL) | music, news | MP3 | |
| Radio Dahab | classical | MP3 192 kbps | |
| MOOD FM (SA) | - | AAC+ 70 kbps |
Museums in Şakhrah
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Jerash Museum | ||||
| Visitor Centre | ||||
| علية الباشا | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات |
Libraries in Şakhrah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العلاء | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العميد | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جديتا | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة لجين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبه الهارون | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Şakhrah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| بيع خضار | |||||
| سوبر ماركت | |||||
| عامر مول | |||||
| محل خلويات | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Restaurants in Şakhrah
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Şakhrah
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Şakhrah
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hassan Stadium | ||
| Almalab Albaladi |
Airports Near Şakhrah
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Ash-Shunah al-Janubiyah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | - | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Şakhrah
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| community health center | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| Pharmacy | ||
| Qassem Alshalbi sons | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| Yarmouk University health center | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور | ||
| د.سارة الرواشدة | ||
| د.عادل المومني | ||
| مجمع لامار الطبي التجميل |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Şakhrah
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد ابو بكر الصديق | |
| مسجد ام ياسين | |
| مسجد صخرة الكبير | |
| مسجد عمر بن الخطاب |
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What is the population of Şakhrah?
Şakhrah has a population of 10,616 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 370 people per square mile, spread across 28.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Şakhrah?
Şakhrah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches.