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Ahar, Iran
East Azerbaijan · Iran
Ahar is a mid-size city in East Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 94,348. Elevation: 4,383 ft (1,336 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ahar
Ahar is a city in the Central District of Ahar County, East Azerbaijan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. Ahar was the capital of Karadag Khanate in 18th and 19th centuries.
People
Climate
| Population | 94,348 |
| Population Density | 1,216 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,383 ft (1,336 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.4774°, 47.0699° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | East Azerbaijan |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.6 inches (320 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.4 inches (6 cm) |
About Ahar
Ahar is a mid-size city in Iran (East Azerbaijan) with a population of 94,348. The city sits at an elevation of 4,383 feet (1,336 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Ahar
Ahar has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 286 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below Iran avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,383 ft (1,336 m) |
| Area | 77.6 sq mi (200.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4774°N, 47.0699°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (200 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in |
Ahar has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 26°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Ahar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی واحد اهر | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی واحد هریس | University | - | Visit → |
| دانشگاه پیام نور | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه پیام نور اهر | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه پیام نور واحد هریس | University | - | , |
Schools in Ahar
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسه کوثر | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه شهید حاج قاسم سلیمانی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه راهنمایی دخترانه الزهرا | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شهید مدرس | - | - | - | - |
| صدرای ولایت | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان استعداد های درخشان علامه حلی اهر، دوره اول و دوم (تیزهوشان) | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شهید مدرس | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شهید مدرس | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه راهنمایی امام رضا | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه دایلاری | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان علامه طباطبایی | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ahar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sheykh shahab aldin mahmoud Ahari |
Farmers Markets in Ahar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ارزانسرای خزر | |||||
| پارچه سرای نایب زاده | |||||
| میدان میوه و تره بار |
Hotels in Ahar
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ahar
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ahar
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ahar
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Ahar
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ahar
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ahar
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ahar
13 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ahar
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ahar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ahar
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Syunik Airport | YUK | Small Airport |
| Zangilan International Airport | ZZE | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ahar
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| (مسجد امام خمینی (سفید | |
| (مسجد رسول الله (شکٖلّو | |
| Haji moeen | |
| University Mosque | |
| مسجد جوادالائمه | |
| مسجد چهارده معصوم | |
| مسجد شیخ عماد | |
| مسجد صاحب الزمان | |
| مسجد مجتهد |
Quick Facts
Around Ahar
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇷 About Iran
Frequently Asked Questions About Ahar
What is the population of Ahar?
Ahar has a population of 94,348 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 1,216 people per square mile, spread across 77.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ahar?
Ahar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.