Āvaj, Iran
Qazvin Province · Iran
Āvaj is a small city in Qazvin Province, Iran with a population of 5,142. Elevation: 6,453 ft (1,967 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Āvaj
Avaj is a city in the Central District of Avaj County, Qazvin province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,142 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,453 ft (1,967 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.5796°, 49.2231° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | Qazvin Province |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.7 inches (399 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 43.7 inches (111 cm) |
About Āvaj
Āvaj is a small city in Iran (Qazvin Province) with a population of 5,142. The city sits at an elevation of 6,453 feet (1,967 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below Iran avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,453 ft (1,967 m) |
| Area | 114.8 sq mi (297.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5796°N, 49.2231°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1608 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | - | 3,000 | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-5°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.6 in |
Āvaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 22°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.1") and August the driest (0.0").
Restaurants in Āvaj
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Āvaj
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Āvaj
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Āvaj
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamadan Airport | HDM | Medium Airport |
| Nojeh Air Base | NUJ | Medium Airport |
| Abhar Flight School Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esfarvarin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khomajin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khorramdarreh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shahrokhi Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Āvaj
What is the population of Āvaj?
Āvaj has a population of 5,142 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 114.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Āvaj?
Āvaj has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches, with 43.7 inches of snow.
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