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Şalkhad, Syria
Suwayda · Syria
Şalkhad is a small city in Suwayda, Syria with a population of 9,155. Elevation: 4,537 ft (1,383 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Şalkhad
Salkhad is a Syrian city in the Suwayda Governorate, southern Syria.
It is the capital of Salkhad District, one of the governorate's three districts. It had a population of 9,155 inhabitants in the 2004 census. In Salkhad, Druze make up the predominant population, while Christians and Sunni Muslim Bedouins represent a minority.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,155 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,537 ft (1,383 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.4920°, 36.7111° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Suwayda |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.1 inches (256 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Şalkhad
Şalkhad is a small city in Syria (Suwayda) with a population of 9,155. The city sits at an elevation of 4,537 feet (1,383 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,537 ft (1,383 m) |
| Area | 206.8 sq mi (535.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4920°N, 36.7111°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 127 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 142 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 127 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 126 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 130 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 84 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.3 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 | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in |
Şalkhad has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 40°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 10.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Şalkhad
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| الثانوية الصناعية الشهيد غالب العيسمي | - | - | - | - |
| Kamal Al-Hajjar School | - | - | - | - |
| Salman Al-Safady School | - | - | - | - |
| Bustan Shalgeen School | - | - | - | - |
| Salah El-Din School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Şalkhad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| As Suwayda National Museum |
Libraries in Şalkhad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arab Cultural Center of Swaida | 0.0 | |||||
| Cultural Centre of Salkhad | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Şalkhad
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omega store |
Restaurants in Şalkhad
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Şalkhad
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Şalkhad
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Şalkhad
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Şalkhad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Şalkhad
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Khalkhalah Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Muwaffaq Salti Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Emergency Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Highway H Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Prince Hassan Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Tel Qulib | - | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Şalkhad
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abd Mar Temple | |
| Evangelical Baptist Church of Salkhad |
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What is the population of Şalkhad?
Şalkhad has a population of 9,155 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 206.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Şalkhad?
Şalkhad enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.