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Begova, Iraq
Duhok · Iraq
Begova is a small city in Duhok, Iraq with a population of 15,000. Elevation: 2,592 ft (790 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Begova
Jelek is a village in Dohuk Governorate in Kurdistan Region, Iraq. It is located by the Little Khabur river in the district of Amadiya and the historical region of Barwari.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,000 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,592 ft (790 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.2375°, 43.1628° |
| 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 Begova
Begova is a small city in Iraq (Duhok) with a population of 15,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,592 feet (790 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 Begova
Begova 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 | 2,592 ft (790 m) |
| Area | 246.0 sq mi (637.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2375°N, 43.1628°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 |
Begova 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 Begova
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ئاماده یا بریفکا تیئکه ل | - | - | - | - |
| قوتابخانا بێگوڤا | - | - | - | - |
| Hiror School | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Begova
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABC office | 0.0 | |||||
| hariwan Market office | 0.0 | |||||
| pergeha gulli | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Begova
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azadiye Çarşi | |||||
| chine center | |||||
| Doman Market | |||||
| market | |||||
| mini market | |||||
| علوة |
Castles in Begova
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Begova
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Begova
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Begova
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bamarni Airport | BMN | Small Airport |
| Bashiqah Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Begova
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masdjid Chalke | |
| جامع بريفكا |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Begova
What is the population of Begova?
Begova has a population of 15,000 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 246.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Begova?
Begova 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.