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Darreh Shahr, Iran

Ilam Province · Iran

Darreh Shahr is a small city in Ilam Province, Iran with a population of 24,961. Elevation: 2,188 ft (667 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

24,961 Population 21,153/sq mi density
2,188 ft Elevation 667 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
16.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Darreh Shahr

Darreh Shahr

Darrehshahr is a city in the Central District of Darreh Shahr County, Ilam province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. Darrehshahr is in the southeastern part of the province, in the northern foothills of the Kabir Kuh ranges. According to the 2016 census there are 21,900 residents, making it the second-largest city in the province.

People

Population24,961
Density21,153/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Population24,961
Population Density21,153 / sq mi
Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Coordinates33.1445°, 47.3799°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceIlam Province
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation16.1 inches (409 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Darreh Shahr

Darreh Shahr is a small city in Iran (Ilam Province) with a population of 24,961. The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet (667 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Climate in Darreh Shahr

Darreh Shahr has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.9°C), the coldest is Jan (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 382 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.3°C / 45°F -2.7° / 17.9° 64.8
Feb 8.6°C / 47°F -2.7° / 21.2° 63.8
Mar 12.2°C / 54°F -0.5° / 24.4° 80.7
Apr 18.7°C / 66°F 5° / 30.3° 38.7
May 24.5°C / 76°F 10.8° / 38.8° 22.3
Jun 31.8°C / 89°F 17.8° / 44.3° 0.2
Jul 34.9°C / 95°F 22.9° / 46.3° 0.6
Aug 34.5°C / 94°F 23.5° / 45.2° 0.1
Sep 30.4°C / 87°F 18.3° / 42.6° 0.5
Oct 23.5°C / 74°F 11.4° / 36.8° 9.8
Nov 15.2°C / 59°F 3.7° / 28.1° 45.7
Dec 9.9°C / 50°F -0.2° / 21.3° 54.8
Darreh Shahr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 307 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 16.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,188 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above Iran avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,188 ft (667 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density21,153/sq mi
Coordinates33.1445°N, 47.3799°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 16.1"
58% below Iran avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.99"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

428 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Aug 18, 2014 40 km E of Dehlor?n, Iran M6.2 57 km
Mar 31, 2006 18 km SW of Azn?, Iran M6.1 136 km
Aug 18, 2014 42 km ESE of Dehlor?n, Iran M6.0 69 km
Aug 20, 2014 44 km E of Dehlor?n, Iran M5.6 66 km
Aug 5, 1998 12 km NE of Mehr?n, Iran M5.6 105 km
Jul 31, 1994 24 km NNW of Shahrak-e K?l?r?, Iran M5.6 113 km
Aug 18, 2014 39 km SE of ?bd?n?n, Iran M5.6 55 km
Mar 23, 2001 47 km ESE of Mehr?n, Iran M5.5 74 km
Aug 19, 2014 24 km ENE of Dehlor?n, Iran M5.4 47 km
Aug 18, 2014 33 km SE of ?bd?n?n, Iran M5.4 49 km
Oct 5, 1998 15 km WNW of Darreh Shahr, Iran M5.4 16 km
Jun 6, 2021 31 km N of Mehr?n, Iran M5.3 120 km
Oct 4, 1998 15 km NW of Darreh Shahr, Iran M5.3 16 km
Jun 18, 2002 32 km NW of Mehr?n, Iran M5.3 138 km
Aug 3, 1990 51 km NNW of Shahrak-e K?l?r?, Iran M5.3 89 km
Aug 24, 2014 48 km SE of ?bd?n?n, Iran M5.2 64 km
Jan 11, 2018 26 km ENE of Mehr?n, Iran M5.2 90 km
Feb 23, 2010 24 km NW of Shahrak-e K?l?r?, Iran M5.2 111 km
Apr 3, 2001 39 km NW of Sh?sh, Iran M5.2 94 km
Aug 18, 2014 33 km E of Dehlor?n, Iran M5.2 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
March 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
May 74°F (24°C) 0.8 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
October 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in

Darreh Shahr has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 44°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.0") and August the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Darreh Shahr

Institution Type Founded Website
دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی آبدانان University
دانشگاه پیام نور واحد آبدانان University

Schools in Darreh Shahr

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shahid Motahari High School
Somayeh Girls School
Shahid Norouzi Elementary School
Alavi Highschool
Fatemieh Girls High School
Meraj Girls High School
Khanlari Middle School
دبیرستان کاردانش اندیشه
فنی حرفه ای دختران
فنی حرفه ای پسران
Zeinab High School
مدرسه خوارزمی
موسسه خیریه علی ابن مهزیار
دبستان امام خمینی (ره)
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Radio Stations near Darreh Shahr

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Darreh Shahr

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Darreh Shahr Archaeological Museum

Libraries in Darreh Shahr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Darreh Shahr Public Library0.0

Hotels in Darreh Shahr

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Madaktu Hotel

Castles in Darreh Shahr

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

قلعه زینل
قلعه سفید دره شهر

Dentists in Darreh Shahr

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Olad Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Darreh Shahr

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Terminal
IR #711126984

Gas Stations in Darreh Shahr

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Darreh Shahr Gas Station
پمپ بنزین
جایگاه CNG

Banks in Darreh Shahr

9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank Keshavarzi Iran
Bank Maskan
Bank Mellat
Bank Melli Iran
Bank Saderat Iran
Bank Sepah
Bank Tejarat
Refah Bank
بانک توسعه تعاون

Stadiums & Teams in Darreh Shahr

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Darreh Shahr

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Abdanan AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Darreh Shahr

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Darreh Shahr Postal Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Darreh Shahr

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abolfazl Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Elevation
667 m (2,188 ft)
Area
3.1 km² (1.2 mi²)

🇮🇷 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 Darreh Shahr

What is the population of Darreh Shahr?

Darreh Shahr has a population of 24,961 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 21,153 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Darreh Shahr?

Darreh Shahr enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches.

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