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Culfa, Azerbaijan
Nakhchivan · Azerbaijan
Culfa is a small city in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan with a population of 12,500. Elevation: 2,343 ft (714 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Culfa
Julfa, formerly Jugha, is a city and the capital of the Julfa District of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,500 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,343 ft (714 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9540°, 45.6296° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
| Country | 🇦🇿 Azerbaijan |
| State / Province | Nakhchivan |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.4 inches (238 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
About Culfa
Culfa is a small city in Azerbaijan (Nakhchivan) with a population of 12,500. The city sits at an elevation of 2,343 feet (714 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baku.
Climate in Culfa
Culfa has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 251 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above Azerbaijan avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,343 ft (714 m) |
| Area | 491.1 sq mi (1,271.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9540°N, 45.6296°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (94 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 94 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 120 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 141 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 157 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 0.7 in |
Culfa has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 28°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.6") and August the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Culfa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Culfa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 əsr Qalası | ||||
| Noah’s Mausoleum | ||||
| Saint Stepanos Monastery Museum | ||||
| Xatirə müzeyi |
Libraries in Culfa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کتابخانه عمومی هادیشهر | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Culfa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elit 57 geyim mağazası | |||||
| Russia Great Shopping Centers | |||||
| بازار آراز | |||||
| بازار امیر کبیر | |||||
| پاساژ صاحب الزمان | |||||
| مجتمع تجاری برلیان |
Hotels in Culfa
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Culfa
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Culfa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Culfa
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Culfa
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Culfa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Culfa
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payam Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Culfa
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakhchivan International Airport | NAJ | Large Airport |
| Maku National Airport | IMQ | Medium Airport |
| Goris Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khoy Airport | KHY | Small Airport |
| Sisian Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Culfa
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran | Cultural | 2008 |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Culfa
What is the population of Culfa?
Culfa has a population of 12,500 residents and is located in Azerbaijan. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 491.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Culfa?
Culfa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.4 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.