Jidd Ḩafş
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Jidd Ḩafş month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Jidd Ḩafş are typically February, March and December, with average daytime highs around 21–25°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 40°C), January the coldest (average low 15°C), and February the wettest (about 22 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.5 | 14.8 | 18 | 9.3 |
| February | 21.3 | 15.4 | 22 | 9.4 |
| March | 25.1 | 18.3 | 10 | 10.0 |
| April | 30.3 | 22.3 | 5 | 10.6 |
| May | 34.9 | 26.8 | 4 | 11.7 |
| June | 37.7 | 30.0 | 0 | 12.5 |
| July | 39.4 | 31.5 | 0 | 11.9 |
| August | 39.5 | 31.5 | 0 | 11.7 |
| September | 37.7 | 29.6 | 0 | 11.1 |
| October | 33.4 | 26.2 | 1 | 10.9 |
| November | 27.8 | 22.0 | 11 | 9.7 |
| December | 22.7 | 17.2 | 13 | 9.1 |
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Research updated Sunday, October 25, 2026Past and future events in Jidd Ḩafş
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- Documented history · 2017
An attack on a police bus in the area left one officer dead in 2017 which was blamed on alleged Iran-backed Shia militants.
- Documented history · 2021
In 2021, Bahraini authorities defused a bomb planted in an ATM in Jidhafs.
- Police bus attack
An attack on a police bus in the area left one officer dead in 2017.
- ATM bomb defusal
Bahraini authorities defused a bomb planted in an ATM in Jidhafs in 2021.
- 2017 Police Bus Attack
An attack on a police bus in the area left one officer dead in 2017, blamed on alleged Iran-backed Shia militants.
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01 · EconomyWork and the economy in Jidd Ḩafş
What shapes the economic landscape of Jidd Ḩafş?
Jidd Ḩafş is a town situated in Bahrain with a population of 66,588, located at coordinates 26.21861, 50.54778. The local landscape is linked to the broader geography of the region, positioned about 3 km west of the capital city Manama and served by the Khalifa bin Salman highway.
Within this physical setting, commercial activity is anchored by public infrastructure. The Jidhafs central market is presently being revamped with construction work aimed to be completed in 2027. Beyond marketplace trade, the economy intersects with local healthcare services that employ residents and support the regional population, including the Jidhafs Maternity Hospital—which houses a capacity of 80 maternity beds and 20 neonatal beds—alongside a separate 24-hour primary health centre.
02 · OverviewJidd Ḩafş, in brief
Where is Jidd Ḩafş located geographically?
Jidd Ḩafş is a town situated in Bahrain positioned at latitude 26.21861 and longitude 50.54778. Geographically, the settlement lies about 3 km west of the capital city Manama within the Capital Governorate territory, having previously functioned as a municipality in the northern part of the country until 2002 when it was reorganised into the Northern Governorate before later shifting territories.
What surrounds the town and what demographic and transport features exist?
The city's population stands at 66,588, showing growth from a population of 44,769 recorded in 1991. The local landscape is bordered by the villages of Al Daih and Sanabis to the north, Al Musalla and Tashan to the south, and Jeblat Hebshi and Muqsha to the west. Additionally, the Khalifa bin Salman highway passes alongside the town, connecting the area to wider transport networks.
What are the linguistic and administrative particulars of the area?
Operating under the Asia/Bahrain timezone, the municipality accommodates speakers of several languages, specifically ar-BH, en, fa, and ur, while utilizing the BHD currency. The etymology of the name originates from the word Jid, which translates to 'coast' according to Bahraini historian and researcher Mohammed bin Ali Al Tajer in his book Aqd Al Lalali Fi Tarikh Awal, making the term Jid Hafs translatable as the "Coast of Hafs".
Frequently Asked Questions about Jidd Ḩafş
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01 · Q&AWhere is Jidd Ḩafş located and what are its coordinates?
Jidd Ḩafş is situated in Bahrain at geographic coordinates 26.2186, 50.5478, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Jidd Ḩafş?
Jidd Ḩafş has a recorded population of approximately 66,588 and observes the Asia/Bahrain time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Jidd Ḩafş?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Jidd Ḩafş include AR-BH, English, Persian, Urdu, with BHD used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Jidd Ḩafş?
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