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Zalţan, Libya
An Nuqāţ al Khams · Libya
Zalţan is a small city in An Nuqāţ al Khams, Libya with a population of 14,131. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
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About Zalţan
Zaltan or Zelten is a town in the district of Nuqat al Khams of northwestern Libya. The town, which has a population of around 17,700 (2009), is on the Mediterranean coast. It is located around 140 kilometres (87 mi) west of Tripoli.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,131 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.9470°, 11.8667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | An Nuqāţ al Khams |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.6 inches (192 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zalţan
Zalţan is a small city in Libya (An Nuqāţ al Khams) with a population of 14,131. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 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 7.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Zalţan
Zalţan has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 194 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.1°F |
| 26% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 267.3 sq mi (692.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9470°N, 11.8667°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in |
Zalţan has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 7.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (1.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Zalţan
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zoltin High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Zalţan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Zalţan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| جمعية زوارة للهوية و التراث |
Farmers Markets in Zalţan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| الإدريسي هوم للمنزلية |
Restaurants in Zalţan
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zalţan
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zalţan
18 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zalţan
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zalţan
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Okba Ibn Nafa Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Zuwarah International Airport | WAX | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zalţan
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| HATIF LIBYA Company | |
| Post office -Zoltin |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zalţan
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque of Sheikh El Hadi Abu Zebe | |
| Square Eid prayers | |
| مسجد النور | |
| مسجد خليل الرحمن | |
| مسجد زلطن العتيق | |
| مسجد سعيد الخويلدي | |
| مسجد صلاح الدين |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zalţan
What is the population of Zalţan?
Zalţan has a population of 14,131 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 267.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zalţan?
Zalţan 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 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches.