Zillah, Libya
Al Jufrah · Libya
Zillah is a small city in Al Jufrah, Libya with a population of 10,030. Elevation: 689 ft (210 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Zillah
Zella or Zalla is an oasis in Libya, in the northeastern Fezzan region. The Sahara Desert town is approximately halfway between Marada and Hun in the Jufra District.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,030 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.5510°, 17.5436° |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
| Country | 🇱🇾 Libya |
| State / Province | Al Jufrah |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.4 inches (9 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zillah
Zillah is a small city in Libya (Al Jufrah) with a population of 10,030. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet (210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.
Climate in Zillah
Zillah has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Aug (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 63 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.1°F |
| 26% above Libya avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Area | 278.1 sq mi (720.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.5510°N, 17.5436°E |
| Timezone | Africa/Tripoli |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in |
Zillah has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 52°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 0.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Zillah
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Institute of Science and Technology - Zalla | College | - | , |
Schools in Zillah
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zalla High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ibn Sina School | - | - | - | - |
| Zalla Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Omar Al Mukhtar School | - | - | - | - |
| Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Zillah
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zillah
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Zillah
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zillah
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Zillah
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fidda Oilfield Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ghani Field Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zella 74 Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zillah
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Old Mosque | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد أبو بكر الصديق | |
| مسجد عمر بن الخطاب رضي الله عنه |
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Meteorites Near Zillah
12 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Zillah.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dar al Gani 1020 | 2000 | |
| Dar al Gani 1029 | 2000 | |
| Dar al Gani 896 | 2000 | |
| Dar al Gani 1008 | 1999 | |
| Dar al Gani 1009 | 1999 | |
| Dar al Gani 902 | 1999 | |
| Dar al Gani 876 | 1998 | |
| Dar al Gani 901 | 1998 | |
| Dar al Gani 284 | 1997 | |
| Dar al Gani 169 | 1996 | |
| Zillah 001 | 1990 | |
| Zillah 002 | 1990 |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zillah
What is the population of Zillah?
Zillah has a population of 10,030 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 278.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zillah?
Zillah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 0.4 inches.
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