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Wādī 'Utbah, Libya
Murzuq District · Libya
Wādī 'Utbah is a small city in Murzuq District, Libya with a population of 16,746. Elevation: 1,611 ft (491 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Wādī 'Utbah
Tasawah village is an oasis in the Wadi Ataba region, located in the heart of the Libyan desert in southern Libya, at latitude 26°05'37" N and longitude 13°30'07" E. Was once known as "Little Garama." The village features ancient farms such as Al-Mungharis, Hamzouni, Al-Suniya, and Al-Nayida. It also houses old mosques, the oldest being the Mosque of Sidi Shu'aib. Among its notable historic mosques is the old Shahlia Mosque, built in 1930 AD, alongside the Sidi Abdul Hafiz Quranic School and other ancient mosques.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,746 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,611 ft (491 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.0950°, 13.5574° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Murzuq District |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wādī 'Utbah
Wādī 'Utbah is a small city in Libya (Murzuq District) with a population of 16,746. The city sits at an elevation of 1,611 feet (491 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Wādī 'Utbah
Wādī 'Utbah has an average annual temperature of 22.7°C (73°F). The hottest month is Aug (32.4°C), the coldest is Jan (10°C). Average annual precipitation is 99 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,611 ft (491 m) |
| Area | 286.5 sq mi (741.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.0950°N, 13.5574°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 89°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in |
Wādī 'Utbah has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 54°F in January to 89°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 0.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Wādī 'Utbah
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wādī 'Utbah
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Wādī 'Utbah
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مكتب شركه الكهرباء | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wādī 'Utbah
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Market |
Gas Stations in Wādī 'Utbah
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wādī 'Utbah
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Umran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ubari Airport | QUB | Small Airport |
| Wadi Barjuj Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wādī 'Utbah
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hatif Libya Co. | |
| Post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wādī 'Utbah
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| جامع | |
| جامع | |
| جامع | |
| جامع تساوه | |
| مسجد |
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What is the population of Wādī 'Utbah?
Wādī 'Utbah has a population of 16,746 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 286.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wādī 'Utbah?
Wādī 'Utbah has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.5 inches.