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Sūf, Jordan
Jerash · Jordan
Sūf is a small city in Jerash, Jordan with a population of 12,942. Elevation: 3,166 ft (965 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sūf
Souf (سوف) is a town in Jerash Governorate, Jordan, set over a series of mountains at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Souf is situated 35 miles north of Amman, the capital of Jordan. The total population of Souf exceeds 14,000 people, while it covers a wide area of agricultural land, considered the widest in Jerash.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,942 |
| Population Density | 48 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,166 ft (965 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3137°, 35.8371° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Jerash |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.8 inches (324 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sūf
Sūf is a small city in Jordan (Jerash) with a population of 12,942. The city sits at an elevation of 3,166 feet (965 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Climate in Sūf
Sūf 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 | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,166 ft (965 m) |
| Area | 269.2 sq mi (697.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 48/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3137°N, 35.8371°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 | 83 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 76 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | 6,000 | 83 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | - | - | 47 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 30,000 | 133 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | - | 70,000 | 109 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | - | - | 47 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 164 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in |
Sūf has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 48°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sūf
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة البرج للذكور | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة ابواب الجنة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة سوف الثانوية للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة سوف الثانوية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة سوف الاساسية | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة سوف الاساسية الجديدة | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sūf
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 Sūf
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Jerash Museum | ||||
| Visitor Centre | ||||
| علية الباشا | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات |
Libraries in Sūf
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 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 Sūf
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| بيع خضار | |||||
| سوبر ماركت | |||||
| عامر مول | |||||
| محل خلويات | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Castles in Sūf
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sūf
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hassan Stadium | ||
| Almalab Albaladi |
Airports Near Sūf
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 Sūf
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| Qassem Alshalbi sons | ||
| white pearl dental center | ||
| Yarmouk University health center | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود | ||
| الدكتور مظهر نايف الصقور | ||
| د.سارة الرواشدة | ||
| د.عادل المومني | ||
| مجمع لامار الطبي التجميل |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sūf
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| المسجد العمري | |
| مسجد الفوز | |
| مسجد النور |
Quick Facts
🇯🇴 About Jordan
Frequently Asked Questions About Sūf
What is the population of Sūf?
Sūf has a population of 12,942 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 269.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sūf?
Sūf enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches.