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Kafr Rakib offers a unique opportunity for expats seeking a truly authentic Jordanian experience, far removed from typical international bubbles. Here, daily life is deeply local, providing a chance for genuine cultural immersion in a generally safe and welcoming environment. You'll find adequate access to healthcare and public transport for essential needs, ensuring a manageable routine.
However, be prepared for a quieter pace and the absence of a ready-made expat community or extensive international amenities. This destination is best suited for independent individuals or families eager to embrace local customs and build connections within the community, valuing cultural depth over expat conveniences.
Population
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Area
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Density
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Founded
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Language
Arabic
Distance to Coast
88 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Kafr Rakib
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Climate & Weather in Kafr Rakib
Kafr Rakib, in northern Jordan, is best classified as a cold semi-arid climate (Köppen BSk), with hot, dry summers and cool, wetter winters. The city’s weather is consistent with Jordan’s northern highland and upland climate pattern, where rainfall is concentrated in the cool season and summer skies are mostly clear.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
10°C
Climate Type
Cold Semi-Arid
Rainy Days
40
Sunny Days
300
Humidity
55%
Spring
March - May
15-24°C
Spring is generally mild to warm, with gradually rising temperatures and decreasing rainfall toward late season. Weather is often sunny, though occasional showers can still occur in March and April.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
25-33°C
Summer is hot, dry, and mostly clear, with very little rainfall. Afternoon heat is common, but humidity is usually lower than in the wetter months.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
16-25°C
Autumn is warm at first and then turns cooler, with the first meaningful rains usually arriving in late October or November. Skies remain partly sunny for much of the season.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
5-14°C
Winter is cool and relatively wet compared with the rest of the year, with most annual rainfall falling in this season. Frost can occur in colder nights, especially in inland and elevated parts of northern Jordan.
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Air Quality
Kafr Rakib
Advantages
Kafr Rakib
Abundant green spaces
Close-knit community
Affordable living costs
Peaceful rural atmosphere
Strong local traditions
Disadvantages
Kafr Rakib
Limited economic opportunities
Inadequate higher education access
Minimal entertainment options
Poor infrastructure development
Limited job market diversity
Safety & Security in Kafr Rakib
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
Jordan Avg
52
Asia Avg
56
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Jordan Average
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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: 81/100
No data for Kafr Rakib — showing hazard indicators from nearby 'ajlun (~15 km).
