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Gilgilçay, Azerbaijan

Siyǝzǝn · Azerbaijan

Gilgilçay is a small town in Siyǝzǝn, Azerbaijan with a population of 1,147. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

1,147 Population 4/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
12.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baku Timezone

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About Gilgilçay

Gilgilçay is a village and municipality in the Siazan Rayon of Azerbaijan. It has a population of 959.

People

Population1,147
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population1,147
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates41.1393°, 49.0904°
TimezoneAsia/Baku
Country🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
State / ProvinceSiyǝzǝn
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation12.9 inches (327 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.0 inches (2 cm)

About Gilgilçay

Gilgilçay is a small town in Azerbaijan (Siyǝzǝn) with a population of 1,147. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baku.

Gilgilçay experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above Azerbaijan avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area293.1 sq mi (759.0 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates41.1393°N, 49.0904°W
TimezoneAsia/Baku

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.9"
66% below Azerbaijan avg
Snowfall 1.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 1.50"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

180 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 21, 2025.

Nov 25, 2000 15 km SSE of Baku, Azerbaijan M6.8 123 km
Nov 25, 2000 23 km SSE of Badamdar, Azerbaijan M6.5 130 km
Oct 7, 2012 3 km ESE of Basqal, Azerbaijan M5.4 70 km
Jun 4, 1999 17 km N of A?da?, Azerbaijan M5.4 143 km
Sep 4, 2015 16 km SSE of O?uz, Azerbaijan M5.4 133 km
Feb 10, 2014 21 km N of Mughan, Azerbaijan M5.4 98 km
Jul 3, 2023 49 km NE of Xaçmaz, Azerbaijan M5.3 68 km
Aug 31, 1993 70 km ENE of Xudat, Azerbaijan M5.3 88 km
Jan 7, 2001 22 km SSW of Türkan, Azerbaijan M5.2 140 km
Jan 2, 2021 5 km SW of Gedzhukh, Russia M5.1 139 km
Jan 26, 2015 13 km NW of Divichibazar, Azerbaijan M5.0 25 km
Feb 11, 2002 29 km S of Türkan, Azerbaijan M5.0 149 km
Feb 5, 2019 23 km NE of Basqal, Azerbaijan M5.0 49 km
Jan 3, 1990 16 km NNE of Dagestanskiye Ogni, Russia M4.9 139 km
Jun 30, 1994 57 km NNE of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M4.9 129 km
Sep 3, 2023 7 km ESE of Kyurdarmir, Azerbaijan M4.9 118 km
Jun 4, 2009 35 km NE of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M4.9 135 km
Jan 19, 2024 11 km W of Qaraçala, Azerbaijan M4.8 147 km
Mar 5, 1997 11 km NNE of ?uraabad, Azerbaijan M4.8 43 km
May 13, 1995 32 km NE of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M4.8 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
March 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
June 71°F (21°C) 0.9 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
September 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in Wettest
November 46°F (8°C) 1.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.2 in

Gilgilçay has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Gilgilçay

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yenikənd kənd məktəbi
Ağbaş kənd məktəbi
Gilgilçay kənd məktəbi
Eynibulaq kənd məktəbi
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Radio Stations near Gilgilçay

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Gilgilçay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heydər Əliyev Mərkəzi \ Siyəzən

Train Stations in Gilgilçay

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gilgilçay

Gas Stations in Gilgilçay

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Azpetrol \ Gilgilçay
Nur Petrol \ Gilgilçay

Stadiums & Teams in Gilgilçay

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gilgilçay

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nasosnaya Air BaseMedium Airport
Sitalchay AirbaseMedium Airport
Khachmaz AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gilgilçay

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poçt
Poçt

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gilgilçay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Xan Məscidi

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Baku
Elevation
49 m (161 ft)

🇦🇿 About Azerbaijan

Capital Baku
Population 10,224,900
Area 86,600 km²
GDP (USD) $72,428,470,588
GDP per capita $7,133
HDI 0.760
Life expectancy 74.4 years
Internet users 89.0%
Urban population 58.5%
Currency AZN (Manat)
Languages Azerbaijani
Calling code +994
TLD .az
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gilgilçay

What is the population of Gilgilçay?

Gilgilçay has a population of 1,147 residents and is located in Azerbaijan. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 293.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gilgilçay?

Gilgilçay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches.

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