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Taftanāz, Syria
Idlib · Syria
Taftanāz is a small city in Idlib, Syria with a population of 8,540. Elevation: 1,079 ft (329 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Taftanāz
Taftanaz is a town in northwestern Syria, administratively part of the Idlib Governorate, located 17 kilometers northeast of Idlib. Nearby localities include Ta'um and Binnish to the southwest, Maarrat Misrin to the west, Zardana to the northwest, Maarrat al-Ikhwan to the northeast and Bawabiyah to the east. Taftanaz is a primarily agricultural town and consists of concrete buildings. It is surrounded by wheat fields.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,540 |
| Population Density | 201 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.9983°, 36.7858° |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
| Country | 🇸🇾 Syria |
| State / Province | Idlib |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.6 inches (268 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taftanāz
Taftanāz is a small city in Syria (Idlib) with a population of 8,540. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet (329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Damascus.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Syria avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,079 ft (329 m) |
| Area | 42.6 sq mi (110.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9983°N, 36.7858°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Damascus |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | GULF OF ISKENDERUN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 56,697 | 132 km |
| 1872 | SAMANDAG (SUAIDIYA) | Earthquake | — | 1,800 | 57 km |
| 1408 | ANTIOCH | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 66 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in |
Taftanāz has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 46°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Libraries in Taftanāz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| etc Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Zad library | 0.0 | |||||
| عبد القادر صيدلية | 0.0 | |||||
| منظمة الأحسان | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Taftanāz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ساحة سوق مدينة بنش |
Stadiums & Teams in Taftanāz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Taftanāz
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aleppo International Airport | ALP | Large Airport |
| Abu ad Duhur Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Hatay Airport | HTY | Medium Airport |
| Minaq Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Murshid Sarhan Agricultural Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Taftanāz?
Taftanāz has a population of 8,540 residents and is located in Syria. The population density is 201 people per square mile, spread across 42.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taftanāz?
Taftanāz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches.