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Sirte, Libya
Surt · Libya
Sirte is a large city in Surt, Libya with a population of 106,705. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sirte
Sirte, also spelled Sirt, Surt, Sert or Syrte, is a city in Libya. It is located south of the Gulf of Sirte, almost right in the middle between Tripoli and Benghazi. It is known for its battles, ethnic groups and loyalty to former Libyan ruler Muammar Gaddafi. Due to developments in the First Libyan Civil War, it was briefly the capital of Libya from 1 September to 20 October 2011 as Tripoli's successor after the city's fall. The settlement was established in the early 20th century by the Italians, at the site of a 19th-century fortress built by the Ottomans. It grew into a city after World War II.
People
Climate
| Population | 106,705 |
| Population Density | 392 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.2089°, 16.5887° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Surt |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.4 inches (188 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sirte
Sirte is a large city in Libya (Surt) with a population of 106,705. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Sirte
Sirte has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 180 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 272.4 sq mi (705.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 392/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2089°N, 16.5887°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
Sirte has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 56°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.9") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Sirte
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Agriculture | College | - | , |
| College of Engineering | College | - | , |
| College of Health Sciences | College | - | , |
| College of Science and Technology | University | - | , |
| Faculty of Dentistry | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Economics | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Economics | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Education | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Engineering | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Law -Sirte Uni | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Medicine | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Nursing | College | - | , |
| Faculty of Science | College | - | , |
| General Registered | College | - | , |
| Sirte University | University | - | , |
| The intermediate institute | University | - | , |
Schools in Sirte
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الشهيد الابتدائية | - | - | - | - |
| Sirte Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Ibn Khaldoun | - | - | - | - |
| British side center for languages education | - | - | - | - |
| School | - | - | - | - |
| School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الفرقان للتحفيط القران | - | - | - | - |
| معهد دار الجودة | - | - | - | - |
| المعهد المتفوق للتعليم العالي | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الفتح | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة المجد للتعليم الأساسي | - | - | - | - |
| عقبه بن نافع | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة البيان الاول | - | - | - | - |
| Arab Revolution Secondary School for Girls | - | - | - | - |
| Al-Mustaqbal School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sirte
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Sirte
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sirte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vegetable market |
Hotels in Sirte
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sirte
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sirte
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sirte
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sirte
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sirte
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sirte
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sirte
11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sirte
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sirte
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sirte
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sirt International Airport / Ghardabiya Airbase | SRX | Large Airport |
| Jaref Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sirte
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HATIF LIBYA Company | |
| Post office | |
| Post office Sirte |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sirte
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bin Hamal | |
| Bin Hammal Mosque | |
| Cordoba Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Ribat amame Mosque | |
| المسجد العتيق | |
| المسجد الكبير | |
| جامع القدس | |
| صيدلية الحكمة | |
| مسحد الفرقان |
Quick Facts
Around Sirte
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇱🇾 About Libya
Frequently Asked Questions About Sirte
What is the population of Sirte?
Sirte has a population of 106,705 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 392 people per square mile, spread across 272.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sirte?
Sirte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches.