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Considering Al-karamah? This smaller Jordanian community offers a deeply authentic experience, ideal for those seeking genuine cultural immersion away from typical expat enclaves. You'll find a quieter pace of life here, with a reassuring sense of safety and decent access to healthcare and local transport for daily needs. Be prepared, however, for a less established international community and fewer Western amenities, meaning a greater reliance on local resources and connections. It's a choice for expats prioritizing a local lifestyle over a ready-made international bubble.
Population
9,384
Area
13 km²
Density
719 per km²
Founded
-
Language
Arabic
Distance to Coast
125 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Al-karamah
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Climate & Weather in Al-karamah
Al-karamah has a hot, dry climate with very hot summers and mild, cooler winters, consistent with a Mediterranean-influenced arid Jordan Valley setting. It is classified as Mediterranean in the broader regional sense, but conditions are strongly semi-arid to arid, with most rainfall occurring in the cool season and long, sunny dry periods dominating the year.
Summer Average
32°C
Winter Average
13°C
Climate Type
Mediterranean
Rainy Days
25
Sunny Days
320
Humidity
35%
Spring
March - May
18-30°C
Spring warms quickly and is generally dry to mildly unsettled, with comfortable mornings and hot afternoons by late season. Rain becomes scarce as the area transitions toward summer heat.
Low rainfall
Summer
June - August
28-41°C
Summer is very hot, clear, and dry, with intense sunshine and frequent daytime highs above 40°C in the hottest periods. Humidity stays relatively low, though heat stress can still be significant.
Very Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
20-32°C
Autumn is warm and mostly dry at first, then becomes more pleasant as temperatures drop in late season. The first meaningful rains typically arrive toward late autumn.
Low rainfall
Winter
December - February
8-18°C
Winter is mild to cool, with the coolest nights in January and most of the year's limited rainfall. Days are often sunny, but cooler winds and occasional showers can occur.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Al-karamah
Advantages
Al-karamah
Abundant green spaces nearby
Close-knit community atmosphere
Affordable cost of living
Rich historical significance
Strong family-oriented culture
Disadvantages
Al-karamah
Limited higher education options
Few entertainment venues
Sparse job opportunities
Minimal nightlife activities
Limited cultural attractions
Safety & Security in Al-karamah
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
51
/100
Jordan Avg
52
Asia Avg
56
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Jordan Average
No city-specific data available — showing Jordan country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 70/100
No data for Al-karamah — showing hazard indicators from nearby Madaba (~1 km).
