All Countries
Behshahr, Iran
Māzandarān · Iran
Behshahr is a mid-size city in Māzandarān, Iran with a population of 94,702. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Discover Behshahr, Iran
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Behshahr
Behshahr is a city in the Central District of Behshahr County, Mazandaran province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. It is at the foot of the Alborz mountains, approximately 40 kilometres (25 mi) east of Sari and 80 kilometres (50 mi) west of Gorgan.
People
Climate
| Population | 94,702 |
| Population Density | 13,490 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.6924°, 53.5526° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | Māzandarān |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 18.6 inches (472 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Behshahr
Behshahr is a mid-size city in Iran (Māzandarān) with a population of 94,702. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Behshahr
Behshahr has an average annual temperature of 14.7°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 387 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Iran avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 302 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,490/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6924°N, 53.5526°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1890 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 171 | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Damavand (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Damavand | Stratovolcano | 5,670 m (18,602 ft) | -5350 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in |
Behshahr has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 44°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Behshahr
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| آمفی تئاتر | University | — | — |
| آموزشکده فنی و حرفه ای امام خمینی (ره) | University | — | — |
| انتشارات | University | — | — |
| دانشکده ریاضی | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی بهشهر | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه آزاد واحد نکا | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه پیام نور بهشهر | University | — | Visit → |
| دانشگاه علم و فناوری مازندران | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه علمی و کاربردی بهشهر - التپه | University | — | — |
| ساختمان اداری | University | — | — |
| مرکز کامپیوتر | University | — | — |
Schools in Behshahr
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| دبیرستان استعدادهای درخشان شهید بهشتی بهشهر | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان دخترانه مکتب توحید | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان شاهد امام خمینی | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان دخترانه شهید رجایی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان غیرانتفاعی سرو سبز | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان غیرانتفاعی بعثت | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان شهید معلمی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه رشد | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه غیرانتفاعی هادی | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان شهیدان رضیعی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان دکترشهید بهشتی | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان پسرانه شریف واقفی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه شهید مهندس سازگار | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان هجرت | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان غیرانتفاعی فردوسی | — | — | — | — |
| shahid emrany | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان فنی و حرفه ای شهید چمران | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان پسرانه شاهد دکتر امیدی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان پسرانه آیت اللَّه طالقانی | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان نمونه دولتی شهید توبه | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان مرحوم زیره | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان مرحوم علی اکبر حسنی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان دخترانه بانو اشرفی | — | — | — | — |
| Shahidan Alipour Highschool | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه ۱۵ خرداد | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه راهنمایی امام علی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان دخترانه توحید | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان شهید باطبی | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان نمونه دولتی شهید توبه | — | — | — | — |
| شهید عباس زاده | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Behshahr
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Behshahr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Behshahr Public Library, No. 2 | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه شهید هاشمی نژاد | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Behshahr
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| میدان بار ولیعصر عج |
Hotels in Behshahr
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Behshahr
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Behshahr
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Behshahr
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Behshahr
13 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Behshahr
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Behshahr
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Behshahr
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Behshahr
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Behshahr
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Behshahr
17 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Behshahr
9 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Behshahr
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Behshahr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Behshahr
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sari Dasht-e Naz International Airport | SRY | Medium Airport |
| Mehtar Kalateh Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Behshahr
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| اداره پست بهشهر |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Behshahr
28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bashi Mosque | |
| Bibi Zeynab | |
| Imam Hassan Mojtaba Mosque (Gorji-ye Bala) | |
| Rezaeie | |
| آستانه مبارکه امام زاده حسن | |
| امام زاده عبدالحق | |
| جامع زیروان | |
| حسینیه ارشاد | |
| حسینیه التپه | |
| حسینیه قتلگاه | |
| حسینیه قدس | |
| مسجد آقا | |
| مسجد التپه | |
| مسجد النبی ص | |
| مسجد باب الحواءج | |
| مسجد بلال | |
| مسجد جامع | |
| مسجد جامع النبی | |
| مسجد جامع بهشهر | |
| مسجد جوادیه |
Explore Near Behshahr
Quick Facts
Around Behshahr
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇷 About Iran
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Behshahr.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Behshahr
What is the population of Behshahr?
Behshahr has a population of 94,702 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 13,490 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Behshahr?
Behshahr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.