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Zintan, Libya

Jabal al Gharbi · Libya

Zintan is a mid-size city in Jabal al Gharbi, Libya with a population of 33,000. Elevation: 2,297 ft (700 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

33,000 Population 122/sq mi density
2,297 ft Elevation 700 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
7.3 in Annual Rain
Africa / Tripoli Timezone

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About Zintan

Zintan

Zintan is a city in northwestern Libya, situated roughly 136 kilometres (85 mi) southwest of Tripoli, in the Nafusa Mountains area. The city and its surrounding area have a population of 16,024.

People

Population33,000
Density122/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain7.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Population33,000
Population Density122 / sq mi
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Coordinates31.9316°, 12.2529°
TimezoneAfrica/Tripoli
Country🇱🇾 Libya
State / ProvinceJabal al Gharbi
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation7.3 inches (186 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zintan

Zintan is a mid-size city in Libya (Jabal al Gharbi) with a population of 33,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,297 feet (700 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Tripoli.

Climate in Zintan

Zintan has an average annual temperature of 19.9°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (30°C), the coldest is Jan (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 257 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.8°C / 48°F -0.4° / 22.3° 25.3
Feb 10.4°C / 51°F 0.7° / 23.8° 36.5
Mar 13.6°C / 56°F 2.6° / 29.6° 10.3
Apr 18.7°C / 66°F 6.2° / 35.6° 6.7
May 23.2°C / 74°F 11.1° / 39.9° 35.4
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 15.1° / 43.2° 3.3
Jul 30°C / 86°F 18.5° / 44° 0.0
Aug 29.8°C / 86°F 19° / 43° 7.1
Sep 27.2°C / 81°F 17.1° / 39.9° 26.2
Oct 21.6°C / 71°F 12.1° / 36.4° 17.5
Nov 15.9°C / 61°F 6.1° / 29.9° 25.0
Dec 11.2°C / 52°F 2.2° / 24.5° 63.7
Zintan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 7.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,297 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above Libya avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Area270.4 sq mi (700.4 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates31.9316°N, 12.2529°W
TimezoneAfrica/Tripoli

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.3"
81% below Libya avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 1.61"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 2, 2023.

May 11, 2013 2 km WNW of Al Ajaylat, Libya M4.7 94 km
Apr 2, 2023 near the coast of Libya M4.1 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 51°F (11°C) 1.2 in
March 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
April 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
May 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
September 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in
December 51°F (11°C) 1.0 in

Zintan has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Zintan

Institution Type Founded Website
College of Engineering Jadu College
College of Media College
College of Medical Technology - Yefren University
faculty of Agriculture University
Faculty of Education College
Faculty of Education College
Higher Institute of Science and Mechanical Technology and Techniques College
Higher Institute of Science and Technology College
Higher Institute of Transportation and Rajban University
Muhammad Al-Durrah Institute for Intermediate Professions University
Rayyana College of Agriculture University
The intermediate institute for electrical and mechanical professions College
University Admin College
المعهد التخصصي للدراسات الاسلامية College
كلية المحاسبة الرجبان College
معهد الطيران College
معهد المواصلات و النقل الرجبان College

Schools in Zintan

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسة بركاب
School
مدرسة معركة العميان
مدرسة الخشيشه
مدرسة الوسعة
الظاهر
مدرسة تيبشان بالرجبان
التقدم
مدرسة علي الشنطة
على ابن ابى طالب
school
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Radio Stations near Zintan

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Zintan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
suliman basha baruni museum

Farmers Markets in Zintan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
السوق البراني

Hotels in Zintan

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al Diyafa Hotel

Restaurants in Zintan

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Diyafa Restaurant
Marasm al deiafa
Roma Restaurant
مطعم
مطعم المتميز

Cafes in Zintan

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe
Cafe
Cafe
Cafe Casa
COSTA COFFEE
Five stars restaurant
الوسام الذهبي

Monuments in Zintan

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

الشارف
جزيرة اولاد ابوالهول
مقبرة سيدي زايد

Clinics in Zintan

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al Basma Clinic
Jerewa Hospital
Taqwa Clinic
المركز الطبي
عيادة التقوى

Gas Stations in Zintan

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fuel Station
Fuel Station
Mahareg
محطة وقود الطالب
محطة وقود الطرق السريعة
محطة وقود نفط ليبيا - Libya oil fuel station

Banks in Zintan

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AL WAHDA Bank -Al Zintan
JUMHOURIA Bank - Al Zintan
Jumhouria Bank-Al zentan
North Africa Bank -AL Zintan

Airports Near Zintan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okba Ibn Nafa Air BaseMedium Airport
Alzintan AirportZISSmall Airport

Post Offices in Zintan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zintan

32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
جامع
جامع ابودربالة
جامع الابرار
جامع الاسود
جامع الخبابشة
جامع الرحمة
جامع الرضوان
جامع الصلوعة
جامع الظاهر
جامع العميان
جامع القطار
جامع المدينة الجديدة
جامع النور
جامع اولاد بلهول
جامع بدر
جامع جساس
جامع راس المحلة
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد ابراهيم الخليل
مسجد التوبة
مسجد الزبير بن العوام
مسجد الشعبية
مسجد الفاروق
مسجد الوسعة
مسجد معاذ بن جبل الخشيشة

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Tripoli
Twinned With
Verona

🇱🇾 About Libya

Capital Tripoli
Population 6,678,567
Area 1,759,540 km²
GDP (USD) $44,027,664,915
GDP per capita $6,027
HDI 0.718
Life expectancy 69.3 years
Internet users 88.5%
Urban population 87.9%
Currency LYD (Dinar)
Languages Arabic
Calling code +218
TLD .ly
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zintan

What is the population of Zintan?

Zintan has a population of 33,000 residents and is located in Libya. The population density is 122 people per square mile, spread across 270.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zintan?

Zintan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.3 inches.

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