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Sakib, Jordan
Jerash · Jordan
Sakib is a small city in Jerash, Jordan with a population of 11,586. Elevation: 3,937 ft (1,200 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sakib
Sakib, is a city in northwestern Jordan, administratively part of Jerash Governorate. The 2015 census recorded its population as 11,586. The town is situated approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) west of the city of Jerash and 34 miles (55 km) from Amman city centre.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,586 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,937 ft (1,200 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.2843°, 35.8091° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Jerash |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (397 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sakib
Sakib is a small city in Jordan (Jerash) with a population of 11,586. The city sits at an elevation of 3,937 feet (1,200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Sakib
Sakib 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 | 63.4°F |
| 17% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,937 ft (1,200 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2843°N, 35.8091°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 | 85 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 72 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 85 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 43 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 136 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 110 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 43 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (167 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in |
Sakib has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 47°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sakib
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة ساكب الثانوية للبنات | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sakib
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 Sakib
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abu Jaber Museum | ||||
| Jerash Museum | ||||
| Old English Hospital Museum | ||||
| Salt Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Visitor Centre | ||||
| علية الباشا |
Libraries in Sakib
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| المكتبة | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 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 Sakib
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| المؤسسة الاستهلاكية العسكرية | |||||
| بيع خضار | |||||
| سوبر ماركت | |||||
| عامر مول | |||||
| محل خلويات |
Banks in Sakib
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sakib
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sakib
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | Large 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 Sakib
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sakib
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| The old Mosque of Sakib | |
| مسجد الأوابين | |
| مسجد الحسينيات | |
| مسجد المسرب | |
| مسجد عائشه | |
| مسجد قباء |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sakib
What is the population of Sakib?
Sakib has a population of 11,586 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sakib?
Sakib enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches.