Tarim, Yemen
Muhafazat Hadramaout · Yemen
Tarim is a large city in Muhafazat Hadramaout, Yemen with a population of 105,552. Elevation: 2,024 ft (617 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
Discover Tarim, Yemen
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Tarim
Tarim is a historic town situated in Hadhramaut, Yemen. It is widely acknowledged as the theological, juridical, and academic center of Wadi Hadhramaut. An important center of Islamic learning, it is estimated to contain the highest concentration of descendants of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad known as the Sayyids anywhere in the world. The city is distinguished for producing numerous Islamic scholars, including Imam al-Haddad. Additionally, Tarim is also home to Dar al-Mustafa, a well-known educational institution for the study of traditional Islamic Sciences.
People
Climate
| Population | 105,552 |
| Population Density | 208 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.0569°, 48.9989° |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
| Country | 🇾🇪 Yemen |
| State / Province | Muhafazat Hadramaout |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.9 inches (74 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarim
Tarim is a large city in Yemen (Muhafazat Hadramaout) with a population of 105,552. The city sits at an elevation of 2,024 feet (617 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 95°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Aden.
Climate in Tarim
Tarim has an average annual temperature of 26.7°C (80°F). The hottest month is Aug (33.2°C), the coldest is Dec (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 34 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.2°F |
| 54% above Yemen avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,024 ft (617 m) |
| Area | 507.7 sq mi (1,314.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 208/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.0569°N, 48.9989°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Aden |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 94°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 95°F (35°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 94°F (34°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in |
Tarim has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 68°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.7") and October the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tarim
11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مركز دار المصطفى للدراسات الاسلامية | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة عيديد الابتدائية للبنين | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة القارة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة السويري للتعليم الأساسي | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الحد | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة الريضة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة ابن حم للبنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة السويري بنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة ثبي للتعليم الأساسي بنات | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة ثبي للتعلم الأساسي بنين | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tarim
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Tarim
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qaser Alkthiri Seiyun | ||||
| متحف اليمن للسيارات الكلاسيكية | ||||
| متحف سيئون |
Farmers Markets in Tarim
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gat Market | |||||
| سوق الخضار | |||||
| سوق السمك المركزي | |||||
| سوق السويري | |||||
| سوق تريم القديم (المحطة) |
Hotels in Tarim
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tarim
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tarim
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Tarim
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tarim
10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tarim
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tarim
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Tarim
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tarim
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Seiyun Hadhramaut International Airport | GXF | Large Airport |
| Canoxy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kharir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tarim
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب بريد | |
| مكتب بريد تريم |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarim
123 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Al Jabbanah | |
| Alhohri Mosque | |
| Jami` al Fujayr | |
| Jami` ar Rawdah | |
| Jami` Dammun | |
| Jami` Tarim | |
| Masjid `Abd Allah Bin Shaykh | |
| Masjid `Alawi as Samin | |
| Masjid `Ali Bin Abi Talib | |
| Masjid `Ashiq | |
| Masjid `Umar | |
| Masjid `Umar | |
| Masjid Abu Qissi | |
| Masjid al `Aydarus | |
| Masjid al `Aydarus | |
| Masjid al Abrar | |
| Masjid al Birr | |
| Masjid al Habbashi | |
| Masjid al Habib `Abd al Qadir Bin Ahmad as Saqaf | |
| Masjid al Haddad |
Quick Facts
🇾🇪 About Yemen
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarim
What is the population of Tarim?
Tarim has a population of 105,552 residents and is located in Yemen. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 507.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarim?
Tarim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 2.9 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for Tarim?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile