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Tadmur, Syria
Homs · Syria
Tadmur is a mid-size city in Homs, Syria with a population of 51,015. Elevation: 1,371 ft (418 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tadmur
Palmyra is a city in central Syria, administratively part of the Homs Governorate. It is located in an oasis in the middle of the Syrian Desert 215 kilometres (134 mi) northeast of Damascus and 180 kilometres southwest of the Euphrates River. The ruins of ancient Palmyra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are situated about 500 metres southwest of the modern city centre. Relatively isolated, the nearest localities include Arak to the east, Al-Sukhnah further to the northeast, Tiyas to the west and al-Qaryatayn to the southwest.
People
Climate
| Population | 51,015 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,371 ft (418 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.5624°, 38.2840° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Homs |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 4.6 inches (117 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tadmur
Tadmur is a mid-size city in Syria (Homs) with a population of 51,015. The city sits at an elevation of 1,371 feet (418 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Climate in Tadmur
Tadmur has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jul (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 117 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 328 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,371 ft (418 m) |
| Area | 6,486.5 sq mi (16,800.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5624°N, 38.2840°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in |
Tadmur has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 43°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tadmur
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة الملك أذينة | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tadmur
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tadmur
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmyra Museum |
Hotels in Tadmur
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tadmur
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tadmur
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tadmur
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tadmur
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Tadmur
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Tadmur
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tadmur
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tadmur
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tadmur
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmyra Airport | PMS | Medium Airport |
| T3 | - | Small Airport |
| Tiyas Air Base | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tadmur
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Site of Palmyra | Cultural | 1980 |
| Site of Palmyra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tadmur
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Khaled Ibn Al-Walid Mosque | |
| جامع الساحة | |
| مسجد |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Tadmur
9 places within 15 km
- • Agora
- • Caesareum
- • Aqueduct
- • Basilica
- • Camp of Diocletian
- • Dura gate
- • Early Christian Church
- + 2 more
🇸🇾 About Syria
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Tadmur
Frequently Asked Questions About Tadmur
What is the population of Tadmur?
Tadmur has a population of 51,015 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 6,486.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tadmur?
Tadmur enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.6 inches.