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Ābbar, Iran

Zanjan · Iran

Ābbar is a small city in Zanjan, Iran with a population of 8,091. Elevation: 2,047 ft (624 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

8,091 Population 230/sq mi density
2,047 ft Elevation 624 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Ābbar

Ab Bar (Persian: آب بر is a city in the Central District of Tarom County, Zanjan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and district. It is also the administrative center for Ab Bar Rural District. The village of Ab Bar was converted to a village in 1996.

People

Population8,091
Density230/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation2,047 ft (624 m)
Population8,091
Population Density230 / sq mi
Elevation2,047 ft (624 m)
Coordinates36.9263°, 48.9583°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceZanjan
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (590 mm)
Annual Snowfall63.1 inches (160 cm)

About Ābbar

Ābbar is a small city in Iran (Zanjan) with a population of 8,091. The city sits at an elevation of 2,047 feet (624 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Ābbar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 309 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,047 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above Iran avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,047 ft (624 m)
Area35.1 sq mi (90.9 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates36.9263°N, 48.9583°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Iran avg
Snowfall 63.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.10"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

163 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.5 on May 22, 2023.

Jun 20, 1990 23 km N of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M7.4 40 km
Jun 22, 2002 59 km SSW of Abhar, Iran M6.5 145 km
Jun 21, 1990 36 km ESE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.8 82 km
Nov 28, 1991 26 km NE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.6 57 km
Jun 21, 1990 33 km E of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.4 76 km
Jun 24, 1990 13 km N of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.4 40 km
Mar 2, 1997 52 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M5.3 142 km
Jun 21, 1990 1 km SW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.3 45 km
Jul 6, 1990 16 km NW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.3 32 km
Sep 2, 2002 60 km SW of Abhar, Iran M5.2 137 km
Apr 19, 2002 37 km NNW of Qazvin, Iran M5.2 86 km
Oct 15, 1995 Near the coast of northern Iran M5.2 48 km
Jun 20, 1990 38 km ESE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.1 84 km
Dec 28, 1990 15 km SSW of F?man, Iran M5.0 31 km
Nov 2, 1994 11 km S of Ardab?l, Iran M5.0 148 km
Jun 20, 1990 10 km NNE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 47 km
Jun 21, 1990 28 km NNE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 51 km
Jun 22, 2002 59 km SSW of Abhar, Iran M4.9 140 km
Jun 22, 1990 10 km NNW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 37 km
May 27, 2008 14 km ESE of Zanj?n, Iran M4.9 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1990 CASPIAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 2.0 m 40,000 40 km
1608 CASPIAN SEA Earthquake - 3,000 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
April 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
October 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Ābbar has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 29°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Ābbar

Institution Type Founded Website
دانشگاه پیام نور واحد آب بر University - ,

Schools in Ābbar

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
دبستان و پیش دبستان دخترانه غیردولتی سما - - - -
دبیرستان پسرانه - - - -
فنی حرفه ای چمران - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ābbar

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Ābbar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Masouleh Cultural Heritage Museum
مجموعه فرهنگی امامزاده عون بن علی

Libraries in Ābbar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
کتابخانه بهشتی0.0

Restaurants in Ābbar

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

kord Abad (local cafe)

Theatres in Ābbar

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

گردشگری

Gas Stations in Ābbar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

پمپ بنزین
جایگاه CNG

Banks in Ābbar

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Mellat
Bank Melli Iran
Bank Saderat Iran
Mehr Eqtesad Bank
Post Bank of Iran
Refah Bank
بانک تجارت

Stadiums & Teams in Ābbar

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ābbar

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Papaei Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ābbar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sardar-e-Jangal AirportRASMedium Airport
Zanjan AirportJWNMedium Airport
Khorramdarreh Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ābbar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
اداره پست

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ābbar

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
امام زاده هاشم و عوف
امامزاده جعفر آب بر
مسجد صاحب الزمان

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Elevation
623 m (2,044 ft)
Website
abbarcity.ir/Main/index.aspx

🇮🇷 About Iran

Capital Tehran
Population 81,800,269
Area 1,648,000 km²
GDP (USD) $457,510,482,317
GDP per capita $5,049
HDI 0.774
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.6%
Urban population 76.7%
Currency IRR (Rial)
Languages Persian (Farsi)
Calling code +98
TLD .ir
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ābbar

What is the population of Ābbar?

Ābbar has a population of 8,091 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 230 people per square mile, spread across 35.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ābbar?

Ābbar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches, with 63.1 inches of snow.

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