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Chelgard, Iran

Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari · Iran

Chelgard is a small town in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari, Iran with a population of 2,708. Elevation: 7,654 ft (2,333 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,708 Population 11/sq mi density
7,654 ft Elevation 2,333 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
47.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Chelgard

Chelgerd is a city in the Central District of Kuhrang County, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and district. It is also the administrative center for Shurab-e Tangazi Rural District. The village of Chelgerd was converted to a city in 1999.

People

Population2,708
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation7,654 ft (2,333 m)
Population2,708
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation7,654 ft (2,333 m)
Coordinates32.4672°, 50.1223°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceChaharmahal and Bakhtiari
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.7 inches (1,211 mm)
Annual Snowfall228.9 inches (581 cm)

About Chelgard

Chelgard is a small town in Iran (Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari) with a population of 2,708. The city sits at an elevation of 7,654 feet (2,333 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Chelgard experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 228.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 7,654 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below Iran avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,654 ft (2,333 m)
Area239.9 sq mi (621.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates32.4672°N, 50.1223°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.7"
25% above Iran avg
Snowfall 228.9"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.30"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

312 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 30, 2025.

Jul 8, 2019 31 km SE of Masjed Soleym?n, Iran M5.6 95 km
Sep 25, 2002 6 km NNE of Masjed Soleym?n, Iran M5.6 91 km
Jan 12, 2013 Western Iran M5.4 106 km
Jul 24, 2012 42 km SW of Bor?jen, Iran M5.2 116 km
Sep 20, 1994 32 km ENE of Shahrak-e K?l?r?, Iran M5.2 127 km
Jun 15, 1998 51 km WSW of Bor?jen, Iran M5.2 108 km
Oct 11, 1991 61 km WSW of Bor?jen, Iran M5.2 107 km
Oct 4, 2009 19 km ESE of Masjed Soleym?n, Iran M5.1 89 km
Mar 4, 1992 55 km WSW of Bor?jen, Iran M5.1 103 km
Jan 25, 2013 41 km WSW of Bor?jen, Iran M5.0 108 km
Jun 7, 1995 27 km ENE of Shahrak-e K?l?r?, Iran M5.0 130 km
Jul 1, 2012 28 km WSW of Bor?jen, Iran M5.0 110 km
Nov 27, 1995 29 km NNE of Sh?shtar, Iran M5.0 114 km
Jul 30, 2017 49 km S of F?rs?n, Iran M5.0 85 km
Mar 31, 2016 44 km SSE of F?rs?n, Iran M4.9 84 km
May 17, 2022 70 km ENE of R?mhormoz, Iran M4.9 96 km
Jan 28, 2014 47 km SSW of Fereyd?nshahr, Iran M4.9 13 km
Jun 1, 2019 12 km NE of Sh?shtar, Iran M4.9 119 km
Apr 18, 1995 18 km SE of Masjed Soleym?n, Iran M4.9 99 km
Jan 19, 2007 18 km N of R?mhormoz, Iran M4.9 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in

Chelgard has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 24°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and September the driest (0.0").

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Hotels in Chelgard

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Keyno
Kouhrang Hotel
Zardkooh Hotel
هتل قصر احمد

Restaurants in Chelgard

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Senator

Monuments in Chelgard

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

۲ راهی بیرگان وچلگرد (۲ راهی شیرسنگی)
قبرستان

Castles in Chelgard

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

قلعه دهناش

Gas Stations in Chelgard

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

پمپ بنزین
جایگاه CNG

Banks in Chelgard

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Saderat Iran
Kezhavarzi

Ski Resorts Near Chelgard

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chelgerd Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fereydunshahr Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Afus Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Chelgard

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shahrekord AirportCQDMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chelgard

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
آرامگاه شهدای گمنام
مسجد محمد رسول الله

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Elevation
2,282 m (7,487 ft)

🇮🇷 About Iran

Capital Tehran
Population 81,800,269
Area 1,648,000 km²
GDP (USD) $457,510,482,317
GDP per capita $5,049
HDI 0.774
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.6%
Urban population 76.7%
Currency IRR (Rial)
Languages Persian (Farsi)
Calling code +98
TLD .ir
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chelgard

What is the population of Chelgard?

Chelgard has a population of 2,708 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 239.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chelgard?

Chelgard has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches, with 228.9 inches of snow.

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