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Sarafand, Lebanon
South Governorate · Lebanon
Sarafand is a small city in South Governorate, Lebanon with a population of 10,965. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
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About Sarafand
As-Sarafand is a municipality in southern Lebanon located 10 km south of Sidon overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,965 |
| Population Density | 2,527 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.4495°, 35.2995° |
| Timezone | Asia/Beirut |
| Country | 🇱🇧 Lebanon |
| State / Province | South Governorate |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.9 inches (709 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sarafand
Sarafand is a small city in Lebanon (South Governorate) with a population of 10,965. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Beirut.
Climate in Sarafand
Sarafand has an average annual temperature of 21.7°C (71°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.4°C), the coldest is Feb (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 473 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.0°F |
| 24% above Lebanon avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 295 ft (90 m) |
| Area | 4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,527/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4495°N, 35.2995°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Beirut |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 53 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 53 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 65 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 57 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 7.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 5.8 in |
Sarafand has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 54°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sarafand
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ثانوية البابلية الرسمية | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية الصرفند الرسمية | — | — | — | — |
| متوسطة الصرفند الثانية | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sarafand
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Bal Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| lbi Radio | arabic, arabic music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tripoli FM Lebanon | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sawt El Ghad | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 91.7FM Al Nour Radio - 91.9 / 92.2 إذاعة النور :: رائدة الصوت والكلمة :: بيروت - لبنان | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sawt El Ghad - FM 96.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Liban | arabic music, info | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Ivri 6 (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nour Mariam TV | — | AAC,H.264 564 kbps | |
| Ze Rock Radio (IL) | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Voice of Grace Radio | christian orthodox, orthodox christian | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sarafand
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debbane Palace | ||||
| Hammam Al Jadeed | ||||
| Hand Made Crafts | ||||
| Mleeta Tourist Site, Museum of Hisbolla | ||||
| Musée de la résistance | ||||
| Riad Al Solh Palace Museum | ||||
| Saida History Museum | ||||
| Sidon Soap Museum |
Libraries in Sarafand
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dar Al Aanwar | 0.0 | |||||
| Elva library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nour library | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة برجا العامة | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sarafand
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| em moussa | |||||
| Groccery Store | |||||
| mini market al mojtaba | |||||
| Tyre Municipal Green Market | |||||
| Wafic market | |||||
| Wissam Market | |||||
| الخضار سوق |
Restaurants in Sarafand
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sarafand
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sarafand
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sarafand
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sarafand
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zaarour Club | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mzaar Kfardebian Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sarafand
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport | BEY | Large Airport |
| Rayak Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport | HFA | Medium Airport |
| Baadarâne Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Jabbour Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Sarafand
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Council Against Addiction |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarafand
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Prophet Sari Shrine | |
| النادي الحسيني | |
| حسينية البابلية |
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What is the population of Sarafand?
Sarafand has a population of 10,965 residents and is located in Lebanon. The population density is 2,527 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sarafand?
Sarafand enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.