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Ash Sharqāt, Iraq
Salah ad Din · Iraq
Ash Sharqāt is a large city in Salah ad Din, Iraq with a population of 160,000. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Ash Sharqāt
Al-Shirqat is a town west of the Tigris in Saladin Governorate, Iraq, located 294 kilometres (183 mi) northwest of Baghdad. It is the main town of the Al-Shirqat District, and is near the ruins of the ancient Assyrian city of Assur.
People
Climate
| Population | 160,000 |
| Population Density | 977 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.5172°, 43.2281° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
| Country | 🇮🇶 Iraq |
| State / Province | Salah ad Din |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.2 inches (311 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ash Sharqāt
Ash Sharqāt is a large city in Iraq (Salah ad Din) with a population of 160,000. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 95°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.
Climate in Ash Sharqāt
Ash Sharqāt has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jul (36.3°C), the coldest is Jan (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 194 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above Iraq avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 95°F (35°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Area | 163.9 sq mi (424.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 977/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5172°N, 43.2281°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 95°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 94°F (35°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in |
Ash Sharqāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 50°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Ash Sharqāt
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Basic Education | College | — | — |
| كلية التربية الاساسية | College | — | — |
| كلية التربية الاساسية في الشرقاط / جامعة تكريت | College | — | — |
Schools in Ash Sharqāt
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ثانوية الشرقاط | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة بعاجه الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| أبتدائية ام الخير المختلطه | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الريف المسائية | — | — | — | — |
| Hadhramaut School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة القعقاع الابتدائية للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة ثانوية الفجر للبنات | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة السيادة الابتدائية | — | — | — | — |
| متوسطه الخصم البنين | — | — | — | — |
| ثانوية عمان للبنين | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسة الانصاف الأبتدائيه المختلطة | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ash Sharqāt
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Ash Sharqāt
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| مكتب الخمائل | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Ash Sharqāt
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ash Sharqāt
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ash Sharqāt
4 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ash Sharqāt
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ash Sharqāt
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ash Sharqāt
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ash Sharqāt
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ash Sharqāt
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Erbil International Airport | EBL | Large Airport |
| Qayyarah West Airport | RQW | Medium Airport |
| Al Fathah Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| K2 Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Qayyarah South Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ash Sharqāt
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Iraq Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ash Sharqāt
3 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Ashur (Qal'at Sherqat) | Cultural | 2003 |
| Ashur (Qal'at Sherqat) | ||
| Hatra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ash Sharqāt
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| جامع الوارث | |
| جامع قرية الصبخة |
Quick Facts
Around Ash Sharqāt
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Ash Sharqāt
19 places within 15 km
- • Akitu-house
- • Crown Prince's Palace
- • Kar-Tukulti-Ninurta
- • Neo-Assyrian Temple of of Sîn and Šamaš
- • New Palace
- + 14 more
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Ash Sharqāt
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ash Sharqāt
What is the population of Ash Sharqāt?
Ash Sharqāt has a population of 160,000 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 977 people per square mile, spread across 163.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ash Sharqāt?
Ash Sharqāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches.