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Herīs, Iran

East Azerbaijan · Iran

Herīs is a small city in East Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 10,515. Elevation: 6,247 ft (1,904 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,515 Population 136/sq mi density
6,247 ft Elevation 1,904 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
19.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Herīs

Herīs

Heris is a city in the Central District of Heris County, East Azerbaijan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. Heris is the center of one of the weaving areas in the Iranian part of Azerbaijan, and gave its name to Heriz rugs.

People

Population10,515
Density136/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation6,247 ft (1,904 m)
Population10,515
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation6,247 ft (1,904 m)
Coordinates38.2482°, 47.1168°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceEast Azerbaijan
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (499 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.2 inches (49 cm)

About Herīs

Herīs is a small city in Iran (East Azerbaijan) with a population of 10,515. The city sits at an elevation of 6,247 feet (1,904 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Climate in Herīs

Herīs has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (23°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 259 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.9°C / 27°F -13.8° / 8.6° 30.1
Feb -1.3°C / 30°F -12.5° / 12.5° 21.1
Mar 3°C / 37°F -6.2° / 15.6° 36.0
Apr 9.3°C / 49°F -3.9° / 22.5° 38.6
May 14.1°C / 57°F 1.9° / 28.7° 45.4
Jun 20.9°C / 70°F 8.1° / 34.4° 13.2
Jul 23°C / 73°F 9.3° / 36.8° 8.9
Aug 22.6°C / 73°F 10.7° / 36.6° 6.2
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 5.1° / 33.1° 6.2
Oct 11.7°C / 53°F 0.4° / 25.4° 18.0
Nov 4.3°C / 40°F -5.7° / 17.3° 20.6
Dec -0.2°C / 32°F -9° / 11.6° 14.4
Herīs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 347 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 6,247 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below Iran avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,247 ft (1,904 m)
Area77.6 sq mi (200.9 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates38.2482°N, 47.1168°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.6"
48% below Iran avg
Snowfall 19.2"
Wettest Month (May) 2.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

120 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 28, 2024.

Aug 11, 2012 26 km SW of Ahar, Iran M6.4 27 km
Aug 11, 2012 30 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M6.2 36 km
Feb 28, 1997 24 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M6.1 84 km
Jul 9, 1998 10 km SE of Lerik, Azerbaijan M6.0 132 km
Nov 7, 2012 39 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.4 47 km
Mar 2, 1997 52 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M5.3 78 km
Aug 15, 2012 35 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M5.3 43 km
Jul 11, 2007 14 km W of Haftoni, Azerbaijan M5.2 141 km
Aug 27, 2017 52 km N of Hashtr?d, Iran M5.2 34 km
Aug 11, 2012 27 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 41 km
Aug 14, 2012 24 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 36 km
Aug 11, 2012 29 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 39 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 36 km
Apr 22, 1996 31 km S of Horadiz, Azerbaijan M5.0 104 km
Nov 2, 1994 11 km S of Ardab?l, Iran M5.0 105 km
Nov 16, 2012 42 km WNW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 58 km
Aug 16, 2012 32 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 40 km
Aug 11, 2012 32 km W of Ahar, Iran M4.8 41 km
Mar 15, 1993 29 km W of Kujuvar, Iran M4.8 116 km
Jan 26, 2013 23 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 27 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 1.0 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in Wettest
June 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
July 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.3 in
December 33°F (1°C) 1.0 in

Herīs has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 22°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and July the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Herīs

Institution Type Founded Website
دانشگاه آزاد University - ,

Schools in Herīs

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
دبستان دخترانه عصمت - - - -
دبیرستان دخترانه حجاب - - - -
دبیرستان مردانی آذر - - - -
دبیزستان شهید مدنی - - - -
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Museums in Herīs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
sheykh shahab aldin mahmoud Ahari

Farmers Markets in Herīs

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ارزانسرای خزر
پارچه سرای نایب زاده
میدان میوه و تره بار

Restaurants in Herīs

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

غذاخوری جاویدی
غذاخوری عبدالعظیمی
کبابی بهروزی

Clinics in Herīs

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

khane behdaaht
درمانگاه شماره ۲

Gas Stations in Herīs

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CNG
پمپ بنزین

Banks in Herīs

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Keshavarzi Iran
Bank Maskan
Bank Mellat
Bank Melli Iran
Bank Saderat Iran
Bank Sepah
Post Bank of Iran
Refah Bank

Shopping Malls in Herīs

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

پاساژ آتش
پاساژ شهید سعید

Stadiums & Teams in Herīs

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Herīs

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Herīs

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد
مسجد امام خمینی
مسجد امام رضا
مسجد امام زمان
مسجد امام سجاد
مسجد امیرالمومنین
مسجد چمن
مسجد حاج بخشعلی
مسجد رحیمه
مسجد کبود

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tehran

🇮🇷 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 Herīs

What is the population of Herīs?

Herīs has a population of 10,515 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 77.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Herīs?

Herīs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 19.2 inches of snow.

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