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Hetite, Iraq

Duhok · Iraq

Hetite is a small town in Duhok, Iraq with a population of 750. Elevation: 1,969 ft (600 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

750 Population 7/sq mi density
1,969 ft Elevation 600 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone

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People

Population750
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Population750
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Coordinates37.1149°, 43.7102°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceDuhok
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.8 inches (12 cm)

About Hetite

Hetite is a small town in Iraq (Duhok) with a population of 750. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet (600 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.

Hetite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,969 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above Iraq avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,969 ft (600 m)
Area109.4 sq mi (283.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates37.1149°N, 43.7102°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below Iraq avg
Snowfall 4.8"
Wettest Month (Feb) 6.14"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

120 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.0 on Jun 30, 2025.

Jan 25, 2005 Turkey-Iraq border region M5.9 56 km
Jul 24, 1991 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq M5.5 73 km
Jun 14, 2012 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey M5.3 124 km
Feb 26, 2000 16 km E of ?emdinli, Turkey M5.2 95 km
Jul 18, 2009 42 km S of Al-Hamdaniya, Iraq M5.1 140 km
Aug 5, 2012 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey M5.0 74 km
Mar 11, 2013 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq M4.9 55 km
Mar 13, 1992 5 km E of Piranshahr, Iran M4.9 141 km
Jan 29, 2020 20 km WNW of Oshnav?yeh, Iran M4.9 106 km
May 21, 2006 4 km NW of Be?endik, Turkey M4.9 139 km
Jul 9, 2021 16 km N of Piranshahr, Iran M4.9 131 km
Jul 5, 1991 7 km ENE of Piranshahr, Iran M4.8 141 km
Oct 23, 2003 8 km NW of ?enoba, Turkey M4.8 104 km
Feb 2, 1991 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq M4.8 98 km
Jan 25, 2005 3 km ESE of Hakkâri, Turkey M4.8 50 km
Feb 28, 2002 35 km SSW of Yüksekova, Turkey M4.7 42 km
Dec 9, 1997 18 km NW of Dihok, Iraq M4.7 81 km
Jan 30, 1991 Turkey-Syria-Iraq border region M4.7 98 km
Feb 2, 1991 5 km NNW of Çardakl?, Turkey M4.7 103 km
Mar 16, 2003 9 km SSW of ‘Aqrah, Iraq M4.7 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 6.1 in Wettest
March 44°F (7°C) 5.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
November 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
December 38°F (4°C) 4.3 in

Hetite has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 33°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Hetite

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Media Library0.0
نووسینگە0.0

Farmers Markets in Hetite

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Froşga

Castles in Hetite

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kale
Nerwa Castle

Gas Stations in Hetite

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BENZİNXANE

Stadiums & Teams in Hetite

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Airports Near Hetite

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hakkari Yüksekova AirportYKOMedium Airport
Bamarni AirportBMNSmall Airport
Bashiqah Airport-Small Airport
Bashur Airfield-Small Airport
Yüksekova Highway Strip-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Baghdad
Elevation
980 m (3,215 ft)

🇮🇶 About Iraq

Capital Baghdad
Population 38,433,600
Area 437,072 km²
GDP (USD) $268,881,051,644
GDP per capita $5,965
HDI 0.686
Life expectancy 72.3 years
Internet users 81.7%
Urban population 69.9%
Currency IQD (Dinar)
Languages Arabic, Aramaic, Sorani
Calling code +964
TLD .iq
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hetite

What is the population of Hetite?

Hetite has a population of 750 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 109.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hetite?

Hetite enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.

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