Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
569K
Population
30,000,000 km2
Area
223 Mbps
Internet
620m
Elevation
UTC+02:00
Timezone
RPN (54km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Northern Jordan's Irbid pulses with university energy, where Yarmouk University's campus fosters a youthful, intellectual vibe amid bustling markets. Visitors dive into authentic Levantine culture and ancient ruins nearby, while solid internet supports remote work in this affordably lively spot. Mild Mediterranean weather enhances outdoor café sessions overlooking rolling hills.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Jordan
Region
Western Asia
Population
569K
Timezone
UTC+02:00
Elevation
620 m
Language
Arabic
Airport
RPN
GPS
32.56, 35.85
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
223 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 569,068 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,104 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
126
Cafes
114
Bars
1
Fast Food
30
Shopping
Supermarkets
87
Convenience
24
Shopping Malls
16
Healthcare
Hospitals
31
Clinics
24
Pharmacies
44
Education
Schools
107
Universities
8
Libraries
5
Recreation
Parks
61
Playgrounds
4
Sports
26
Cinemas
6
Museums
3
Theatres
1
Transport
Bus Stops
2
Train Stations
4
Fuel Stations
28
Services
Banks
24
ATMs
20
Post Offices
2
Police
7
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
223 Mbps
Download
161 Mbps
Upload
11ms
Latency
33,162
Tests
9,240
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Apr - Jun
12°
J
13°
F
16°
M
20°
A
24°
M
27°
J
28°
J
27°
A
24°
S
20°
O
16°
N
13°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 19.9 C Range: 11.7 - 28.1 C Rain: 222 mm/year Sunshine: 3,902 h/year
CITY SCORES
83.7
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
49.1
Overall
AIRPORT
RPN
Rosh Pina Airport
54 km from center
~81 min drive
FUN FACTS
Irbid (Arabic: إِربِد), known in ancient times as Arabella or Arbela (Άρβηλα in Ancient Greek), is the capital and largest city of Irbid Governorate.
It has the second-largest metropolitan population in Jordan after Amman, with a population of around 2,003,800.
As a city, Irbid is Jordan's third-largest, after Amman and Zarqa.
Irbid was built on successive Early Bronze Age settlements and was possibly the biblical Beth Arbel and the Arbila of the Decapolis, a Hellenistic league of the 1st–2nd century BCE.
The population of Irbid swelled in the late 19th century, and prior to 1948 it served as a significant centre of transit trade.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Irbid known for?
Northern Jordan's Irbid pulses with university energy, where Yarmouk University's campus fosters a youthful, intellectual vibe amid bustling markets. Visitors dive into authentic Levantine culture and ancient ruins nearby, while solid internet supports remote work in this affordably lively spot. Mild Mediterranean weather enhances outdoor café sessions overlooking rolling hills.
How fast is the internet in Irbid?
Irbid has an average download speed of 223 Mbps and upload speed of 161 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Irbid?
Irbid has an average year-round temperature of approximately 19.9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Irbid?
Irbid is served by RPN (Rosh Pina Airport), approximately 54 km from the city center.
What is the population of Irbid?
The population of Irbid is approximately 569K.
What infrastructure does Irbid have?
Irbid has 1,104 mapped points of interest, including 126 restaurants, 31 hospitals, 107 schools.
What country is Irbid in?
Irbid is located in Jordan.