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Umm Qays, Jordan
Irbid · Jordan
Umm Qays is a small town in Irbid, Jordan with a population of 4,294. Elevation: 1,142 ft (348 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Umm Qays
Umm Qais, also known as Qays, is a town in northern Jordan principally known for its proximity to the ruins of the ancient Gadara. It is the largest city in the Bani Kinanah Department and Irbid Governorate in the extreme northwest of the country, near Jordan's borders with Israel and Syria. Today, the site is divided into three main areas: the archaeological site (Gadara), the traditional village, and the modern town of Umm Qais.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,294 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,142 ft (348 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6535°, 35.6846° |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman |
| Country | 🇯🇴 Jordan |
| State / Province | Irbid |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.3 inches (414 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Umm Qays
Umm Qays is a small town in Jordan (Irbid) with a population of 4,294. The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet (348 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Amman.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Jordan avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,142 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 106.0 sq mi (274.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6535°N, 35.6846°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 | 42 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 110 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 42 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 75 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 99 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 75 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 75 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (182 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in |
Umm Qays has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 51°F in February to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Umm Qays
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| راديو الناس (PS) | culture, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Kol Rega קול רגע 91.5/96 (IL) | music, news | MP3 | |
| Ivri 6 (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 104.5FM צפון (IL) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Umm Qays
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caphernaum The Town of Jesus | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Museum of Regional and Mediterranean Archaeology | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| Tel A Saki | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Umm Qais Museum | ||||
| Yigal Allon Center | ||||
| חוות כנרת | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات | ||||
| متحف الحيوانات |
Libraries in Umm Qays
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| الهدف | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| عمارة مهدي الطوافشه | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة ابو عبادة | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة الحسين بن طلال | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة المنار | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جديتا | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة لجين | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Umm Qays
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Food market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| Open Market | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| ابو غلوس إخوان للسيراميك والبورسلان | |||||
| اسواق مكة | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني سو | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Hotels in Umm Qays
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Umm Qays
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Umm Qays
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Umm Qays
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Umm Qays
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Umm Qays
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Hassan Stadium | ||
| Almalab Albaladi |
Airports Near Umm Qays
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | Large Airport |
| Ramat David Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Rosh Pina Airport | RPN | Medium Airport |
| Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport | HFA | Medium Airport |
| As Suwayda West Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Azraq Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Cyclone damper | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kefar Gallim Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| King Hussein Air College | OMF | Small Airport |
| Kiryat Shmona Airport | KSW | Small Airport |
| Megiddo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Umm Qays
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Asad Medical Complex | ||
| community health center | ||
| Khaledi Dentist | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| 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 |
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What is the population of Umm Qays?
Umm Qays has a population of 4,294 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 106.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Umm Qays?
Umm Qays has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.3 inches.