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Bījār, Iran
Kurdistan Province · Iran
Bījār is a mid-size city in Kurdistan Province, Iran with a population of 53,871. Elevation: 6,329 ft (1,929 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bījār
Bijar is a city in the Central District of Bijar County, Kurdistan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 53,871 |
| Population Density | 7,060 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,329 ft (1,929 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.8668°, 47.6051° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | Kurdistan Province |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 14.7 inches (372 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.2 inches (13 cm) |
About Bījār
Bījār is a mid-size city in Iran (Kurdistan Province) with a population of 53,871. The city sits at an elevation of 6,329 feet (1,929 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Bījār
Bījār has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 334 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below Iran avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,329 ft (1,929 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,060/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.8668°N, 47.6051°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 33°F (0°C) | 1.7 in |
Bījār has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 26°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 14.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Bījār
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| دانشکده فنی مهندسی بیجار | College | - | , |
| دانشگاه آزاد بیجار | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه پیام نور بیجار | University | - | , |
| فنی و حرفه ای | College | - | , |
| فنی و حرفه ای بیجار | College | - | , |
Schools in Bījār
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| دبستان شهید انواری | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه فاطمیه | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان شهید عباس زاده | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه چمران | - | - | - | - |
| هنرستان شهید مطهری | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان آیت الله کاشانی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه ابتدایی هجرت | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه جهاد | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه نمونه شهید باهنر | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه راهنمایی عصمت | - | - | - | - |
| کار و دانش | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه مرضیه | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه رستگاران | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه ابوذر | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دکتر حسابی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه مدرس | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه شهید نجاتی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دوره اول هیئت امنایی آیت الله طالقانی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه کودکان استثنائی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه دکتر حسابی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه ابتدایی | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان دخترانه شاهد الوندیان | - | - | - | - |
| هنرستان فنی استقلال | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان نمونه پسران | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه ابوذر | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bījār
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Bījār
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| امیرنظام گروسی | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه ارشاد | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bījār
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| بازار بیجار | |||||
| دکه سید ناصر |
Hotels in Bījār
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bījār
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bījār
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bījār
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bījār
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bījār
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bījār
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bījār
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bījār
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bījār
17 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bījār
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Bījār
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nesar Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bījār
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sanandaj Airport | SDG | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Bījār
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| اداره پست بیجار |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bījār
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| امامزاده حمزه عرب (ع) | |
| حسینیه بیجار | |
| مسجد امام جواد | |
| مسجد امام سجاد | |
| مسجد امیرالمومنین علیه السلام | |
| مسجد جامع بیجار | |
| مسجد حضرت محمّد | |
| مسجد قائم (عج) | |
| مسجد موسی بن جعفر | |
| مسجد ولیعصر |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Bījār
1 places within 15 km
- • Mehrnegar Peak
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bījār
What is the population of Bījār?
Bījār has a population of 53,871 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 7,060 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bījār?
Bījār has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.7 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.