Shubrā al Khaymah, Egypt
Major city · Population 1.2M
Shubrā al Khaymah is the 4th largest city in Egypt with a population of approximately 1,240,289 people as of 2026. This makes it the 425th largest city in the world, accounting for 1.06% of Egypt's total population of 116.5M. Shubrā al Khaymah is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Cairo timezone. The average annual temperature is 24.3°C with 19 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 29 meters above sea level.
Population
1,240,289
Global Rank
#425
Country Rank
#4
% of Egypt
1.06%
Avg Temperature
24.3°C
Annual Rainfall
19 mm
Elevation
29 m
Timezone
Africa/Cairo
Shubrā al Khaymah on the Map
Climate in Shubrā al Khaymah
Shubrā al Khaymah's warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Feb with 5 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Egypt at a Glance
Country Population
116,538,258
Capital
Cairo
Region
Northern Africa
Major Cities
73
GDP per Capita
$3,338
Life Expectancy
71.8 years
Urban Population
42.8%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Egypt
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Shubrā al Khaymah with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ḩadā’iq al Qubbah | 339,612 | 5 km |
| Al Khuşūş | 488,904 | 7 km |
| Cairo | 9,606,916 | 7 km |
| Qalyub | 156,363 | 7 km |
| Madīnat an Naşr | 668,413 | 8 km |
| Giza | 4,367,343 | 13 km |
| Kirdāsah | 137,588 | 17 km |
| Al Qāhirah al Jadīdah | 313,139 | 21 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Shubrā al Khaymah?
The population of Shubrā al Khaymah, Egypt is approximately 1,240,289 people, making it the 425th largest city in the world and the 4th largest in Egypt.
Is Shubrā al Khaymah the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo. Shubrā al Khaymah is the 4th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Shubrā al Khaymah?
Shubrā al Khaymah has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C and receives 19 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jul and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Shubrā al Khaymah in?
Shubrā al Khaymah is in the Africa/Cairo timezone.