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Tanta, Egypt
Gharbia · Egypt
Tanta is a major city in Gharbia, Egypt with a population of 576,648. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tanta
Tanta is a city in Egypt. It had a population of 530,000 in 2024, making it the seventh most populous city in Egypt. The city is located between Cairo and Alexandria: 94 km (58 mi) north of Cairo and 130 km (81 mi) southeast of Alexandria. The capital of Gharbia Governorate, Tanta is a center for the cotton-ginning industry.
People
Climate
| Population | 576,648 |
| Population Density | 38,495 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.7885°, 31.0019° |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
| Country | 🇪🇬 Egypt |
| State / Province | Gharbia |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.6 inches (40 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tanta
Tanta is a major city in Egypt (Gharbia) with a population of 576,648. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Cairo.
Climate in Tanta
Tanta has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jul (30.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 134 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above Egypt avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 15.0 sq mi (38.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 38,495/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7885°N, 31.0019°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in |
Tanta has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 54°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Tanta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Physical Education | College | - | Visit → |
| Faculty of Physical Education | University | - | , |
| Menoufia National University - جامعة المنوفية الاهلية | University | - | Visit → |
| Menoufiya University | University | - | , |
| Minufiya University | University | - | , |
| Minufiya University | University | - | , |
| كلية الاقتصاد المنزلي | University | - | , |
| كلية تربية | University | - | , |
| كلية تربية | University | - | , |
Schools in Tanta
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| سيجر اداره الازهر | - | - | - | - |
| معهد اشناواى الازهرى | - | - | - | - |
| معهد طنطا الاعدادى الثانوى بنين | - | - | - | - |
| Future language school | - | - | - | - |
| Intellectual Education | - | - | - | - |
| محمد فريد الاعدادية بنين | - | - | - | - |
| Al Sayed Mohamed Abd Al-Rahem Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه سبرباي الاعداديه المشترك | - | - | - | - |
| سيجر اداره الازهر | - | - | - | - |
| معهد اشناواى الازهرى | - | - | - | - |
| معهد طنطا الاعدادى الثانوى بنين | - | - | - | - |
| Intellectual Education | - | - | - | - |
| محمد فريد الاعدادية بنين | - | - | - | - |
| Al Sayed Mohamed Abd Al-Rahem Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه سبرباي الاعداديه المشترك | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Tanta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmine and Rihan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yasmine and Rihan Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tanta
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tanta
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tanta
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Tanta
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tanta
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Tanta
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tanta
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tanta
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tanta
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tanta
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tanta
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tanta
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tanta
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tanta
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tanta
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo International Airport | CAI | Large Airport |
| Sphinx International Airport | SPX | Large Airport |
| Al Mansurah Airbase | - | Medium Airport |
| Almaza Air Force Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Bilbeis 2 Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Bilbeis Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Birma Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Cairo West Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Gebel El Basur Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Quesna Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Al Battikh Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| El Sheikh Gebeil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Inshas Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tanta
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dar Elteb Clinic | ||
| Doctor Hosam Elhoshy |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tanta
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al-Damaty Mosque | |
| Maqam Sidi Ahmed Al-Badawy | |
| Saint Bishoy Church Tanta | |
| Windows PVC Company | |
| المنشاوي | |
| مسجد الصمد | |
| مسجد العزيز | |
| مسجد المستشارين والقضاه | |
| مسجد الهادي |
Quick Facts
Around Tanta
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇪🇬 About Egypt
Public Holidays in Egypt
7 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tanta
What is the population of Tanta?
Tanta has a population of 576,648 residents and is located in Egypt. The population density is 38,495 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tanta?
Tanta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.6 inches.