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Sabha, Jordan offers a compelling choice for expats drawn to genuine cultural immersion and a more traditional Middle Eastern lifestyle, distinct from larger urban centers. Here, you'll find a welcoming local community and a slower pace, fostering deep connections for those ready to embrace local living.
Practicalities like safety and healthcare are generally sound, providing peace of mind, though a degree of adaptability to local standards is beneficial. While public transport is available, navigating daily life might be smoother with personal transport, and the expat network, though perhaps smaller, is often close-knit and supportive.
Population
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Area
26 km²
Density
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Founded
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Language
Arabic
Distance to Coast
175 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Sabha
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Climate & Weather in Sabha
Sabha has a cold semi-arid climate (Köppen BSk), with very hot, dry summers and mild to cool winters. Conditions are predominantly sunny and dry year-round, with low rainfall and relatively low humidity, consistent with Jordan’s broad arid-to-steppe climate profile and the city’s current clear, dry weather pattern. The current temperature of 26.59°C is typical of warm-season conditions in this region.
Summer Average
32°C
Winter Average
9°C
Climate Type
Cold semi-arid
Rainy Days
30
Sunny Days
310
Humidity
34%
Spring
March - May
15-25°C
Spring warms quickly and is generally dry to partly dry, with comfortable days and cool nights. Rain is limited and usually declines toward late spring.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
28-38°C
Summer is long, hot, and very dry, with abundant sunshine and very little rainfall. Clear skies dominate most days, and heat is strongest in July and August.
Very Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
16-27°C
Autumn brings a gradual cooldown from hot early-season conditions to pleasantly mild weather. The first more frequent rains may begin late in the season.
Low rainfall
Winter
December - February
4-15°C
Winter is cool to mild, with mostly dry weather and occasional rain events. Nights can be cold, but prolonged severe cold is uncommon.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Sabha
Advantages
Sabha
Abundant green spaces
Close-knit community
Affordable living costs
Rich cultural heritage
Peaceful, quiet environment
Disadvantages
Sabha
Limited economic opportunities
Sparse public transportation
Few educational institutions
Minimal entertainment options
Underdeveloped infrastructure
Safety & Security in Sabha
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
51
/100
Jordan Avg
52
Asia Avg
56
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Sabha to Jordan averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Sabha
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: 78/100
No data for Sabha — showing hazard indicators from nearby Az-zarqa' (~49 km).
