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Waqqāş, Jordan
Irbid · Jordan
Waqqāş is a small city in Irbid, Jordan with a population of 5,678. Elevation: -627 ft (-191 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Waqqāş
Wakkas – miejscowość w Jordanii, w muhafazie Irbid. W 2004 roku liczyła 5214 mieszkańców.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,678 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | -627 ft (-191 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.5421°, 35.6051° |
| 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 Waqqāş
Waqqāş is a small city in Jordan (Irbid) with a population of 5,678. The city sits at an elevation of -627 feet (-191 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 | -627 ft (-191 m) |
| Area | 133.9 sq mi (346.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5421°N, 35.6051°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 | 52 km |
| 2004 | DEAD SEA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 97 km |
| 1837 | ISRAEL and SYRIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | 6,000 | 52 km |
| 1546 | GAZA - JAFFA | Earthquake | — | — | 61 km |
| 1202 | SOUTHWESTERN SYRIA | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 30,000 | 113 km |
| 1033 | AKKO | Earthquake | — | 70,000 | 76 km |
| 746 | SYRIAN and EGYPTIAN COASTS | Earthquake | — | — | 61 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Harrat Ash Shamah (187 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Harrat Ash Shamah | Volcanic field | 1,100 m (3,609 ft) | 1850 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in |
Waqqāş has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 56°F in February to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Waqqāş
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة ذكور واناث وقاص الاعدادية- وكالة UNRWA | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة وقاص الثانوية للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الملك طلال الثانوية | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة قليعات الثانوية للبنات | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Waqqāş
5 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 | |
| Ze Rock Radio (IL) | indy, metal | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Waqqāş
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beit Shturman | ||||
| Golani Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Historical Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Irbid Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Marzipan Museum | ||||
| Mishkan Museum of Art, Ein Harod | ||||
| Museum of Regional and Mediterranean Archaeology | ||||
| Pre Historic Museum | ||||
| The Circassian Center | ||||
| Tiberias Open Air Museum | ||||
| Umm Qais Museum | ||||
| חוות כנרת | ||||
| علية الباشا |
Libraries in Waqqāş
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Resala Book Shop | 0.0 | |||||
| Alnoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinnert college library (building 700) | 0.0 | |||||
| סיפריה | 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 العلاء | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة العميد | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة جديتا | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبة لجين | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتبه الهارون | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Waqqāş
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Farmers' Market | |||||
| Food market | |||||
| Irbid Flea Market | |||||
| Open Market | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| اسواق السلام | |||||
| بيع خضار | |||||
| سوبر ماركت | |||||
| عامر مول | |||||
| محل خلويات | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود | |||||
| ميني ماركت محمود |
Stadiums & Teams in Waqqāş
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Waqqāş
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ben Gurion International Airport | TLV | Large Airport |
| 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 |
| Cyclone damper | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Shemer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ein Vered Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fiq Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Habonim 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 |
| Mishmar Ayalon Highway Strip H | — | Small Airport |
| Naan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tnuvot Ultralight Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Zarqa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Waqqāş
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب بريد وقاص |
Treatment Centers in Waqqāş
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| community health center | ||
| Malkishua | ||
| Mecca Pharmacy | ||
| pharmacy | ||
| Pharmacy | ||
| Qassem Alshalbi sons | ||
| اطباء بلا حدود |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Waqqāş
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد عباد الرحمن | |
| مسجد وقاص الكبير |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waqqāş
What is the population of Waqqāş?
Waqqāş has a population of 5,678 residents and is located in Jordan. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 133.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Waqqāş?
Waqqāş 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.