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Batifa, Iraq
Duhok · Iraq
Batifa is a small city in Duhok, Iraq with a population of 28,000. Elevation: 2,789 ft (850 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Batifa
Batifa is a town and district in Duhok Governorate in Kurdistan Region, Iraq. It was located in the Zakho District.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,000 |
| Population Density | 114 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,789 ft (850 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1745°, 43.0123° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
| Country | 🇮🇶 Iraq |
| State / Province | Duhok |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About Batifa
Batifa is a small city in Iraq (Duhok) with a population of 28,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,789 feet (850 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.
Climate in Batifa
Batifa has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (32.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 359 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above Iraq avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,789 ft (850 m) |
| Area | 246.0 sq mi (637.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1745°N, 43.0123°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Nemrut Dagi (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Nemrut Dagi | Stratovolcano | 2,948 m (9,672 ft) | 1650 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in |
Batifa has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 35°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Batifa
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسة قرية گوفك الابتدائية | - | - | - | - |
| شهيد ملا امين | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة تيكهل | - | - | - | - |
| Hozan school batifa | - | - | - | - |
| Sirkutik School | - | - | - | - |
| Zanin school | - | - | - | - |
| United brother School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة هريم | - | - | - | - |
| متوسطة ليفو المختلطة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة ليفو الابتدائية المختلطة | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة كهژين | - | - | - | - |
| Batifa Preparatory School for Boys | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Batifa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABC office | 0.0 | |||||
| hariwan Market office | 0.0 | |||||
| pergeha gulli | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Batifa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| chine center | |||||
| Doman Market | |||||
| market | |||||
| mini market | |||||
| علوة |
Restaurants in Batifa
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Batifa
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Batifa
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Batifa
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Batifa
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Batifa
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Batifa
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Batifa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Batifa
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bamarni Airport | BMN | Small Airport |
| Bashiqah Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Batifa
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Govk Village Cemetry | |
| Hegi ferej mosque | |
| Karpt Masjid | |
| mar oraha church - levu | |
| mizgefta sirkutk | |
| Mosque | |
| جامع باطوفة الجديد | |
| جامع قرية گوفك | |
| جامعا بنێ گوندی | |
| مزگەفتا ئـامینایێ ل باتیفا | |
| مزگەفتا حەجی عەبدولرەحمان ل باتیفا | |
| مزگەفتەتا حەجی ئـەمین ل باتیفا | |
| مسجد حجي صالح بەھنونەی | |
| مسجد شيلانى | |
| مسجد كوسپيندارك في باطوفة | |
| مقبرة قرية گوفك |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Batifa
What is the population of Batifa?
Batifa has a population of 28,000 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 246.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Batifa?
Batifa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.