Shaqra, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh Region · Saudi Arabia
Shaqra is a small city in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia with a population of 11,718. Elevation: 2,346 ft (715 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Shaqra
Shaqra is a town in central Saudi Arabia, The city is located about 190 kilometers north-west of the capital Riyadh. It is a small city which is now growing due to the newly opened Shaqra University. The city is peaceful and well designed and most of the daily necessities are available.
Its astronomical location, as it is located at the intersection of latitude 15 and 25 north with longitude 15 and 45 east, so that it occupies an intermediate position between longitude and latitude in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which extends north to latitude 32 and south to latitude 16. ،
People
Climate
| Population | 11,718 |
| Elevation | 2,346 ft (715 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.2402°, 45.2510° |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
| Country | 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia |
| State / Province | Riyadh Region |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 96°F (35°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.3 inches (159 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shaqra
Shaqra is a small city in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh Region) with a population of 11,718. The city sits at an elevation of 2,346 feet (715 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 96°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Riyadh.
Climate in Shaqra
Shaqra has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jul (35.7°C), the coldest is Jan (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 63 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Saudi Arabia avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 96°F (35°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,346 ft (715 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.2402°N, 45.2510°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 89°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 93°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 96°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 96°F (36°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in |
Shaqra has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 56°F in January to 96°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Shaqra
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaqraa University | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Shaqra
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ابتدائية غسله-بنين | - | - | - | - |
| King Abdulaziz secondary | - | - | - | - |
| Imam Asim primary for the memorization of the Koran | - | - | - | - |
| متوسطة بدر | - | - | - | - |
| ابتدائية غسله-بنات | - | - | - | - |
| ابتدائية الوقف-بنين | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Shaqra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Subai'i House for Heritage |
Farmers Markets in Shaqra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing building | |||||
| شركة تسويق البناء |
Restaurants in Shaqra
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shaqra
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shaqra
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shaqra
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Shaqra
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shaqra
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pump Station 6 Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shaqra
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjid Sadhan | |
| Park Mosque | |
| جامع الربيعه | |
| جامع المهنا | |
| جامع النور | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد التوحيد |
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Waterfalls Near Shaqra
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Shaqra.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| شلال الجحفة | |
| مصب اباالسروج |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shaqra
What is the population of Shaqra?
Shaqra has a population of 11,718 residents and is located in Saudi Arabia..
What is the weather like in Shaqra?
Shaqra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 96°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 6.3 inches.
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