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Julfa, Iran
West Azerbaijan · Iran
Julfa is a small city in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 8,810. Elevation: 2,310 ft (704 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Julfa
Julfa, formerly Jugha, is a city and the capital of the Julfa District of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,810 |
| Population Density | 652 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,310 ft (704 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.9379°, 45.6333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | West Azerbaijan |
| 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 Julfa
Julfa is a small city in Iran (West Azerbaijan) with a population of 8,810. The city sits at an elevation of 2,310 feet (704 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/Tehran.
Climate in Julfa
Julfa 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 Iran avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,310 ft (704 m) |
| Area | 13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 652/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9379°N, 45.6333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (96 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 96 km |
| Porak | Stratovolcano | 3,029 m (9,938 ft) | -778 | 122 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 143 km |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 159 km |
| Ghegham Volcanic Ridge | Volcanic field | 3,597 m (11,801 ft) | -1900 | 159 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 |
Julfa 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").
Colleges & Universities in Julfa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azad University | University | - | , |
| Jolfa's Payame Nur University | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه آزاد هادیشهر | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه پیام نور | University | - | , |
Schools in Julfa
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسه زینبیه | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه شهید باهنر | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه زینبیه | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان ۱۷ شهریور | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه راهنمایی شهید مفتح | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شهید چمران | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه دخترانه خلیج فارس | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه طالقانی | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان دخترانه مهدیه | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه پویان | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان دخترانه عصمت | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه سمیه | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Julfa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Julfa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Stepanos Monastery Museum |
Libraries in Julfa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کتابخانه عمومی هادیشهر | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Julfa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russia Great Shopping Centers | |||||
| بازار آراز | |||||
| بازار امیر کبیر | |||||
| پاساژ صاحب الزمان | |||||
| مجتمع تجاری برلیان |
Hotels in Julfa
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Julfa
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Julfa
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Julfa
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Julfa
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Julfa
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Julfa
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Julfa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Julfa
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Julfa
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Julfa
13 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Julfa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Julfa
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payam Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Julfa
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 |
Post Offices in Julfa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Jolfa post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Julfa
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saheb Azzaman Mosque (Mosque of Shoja) | |
| Shepherds' Church | |
| امامزاده | |
| مسجد امام حسن مجتبی | |
| مسجد جامع صاحب الزمان جلفا | |
| مسجد قمر بنی هاشم |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Julfa
What is the population of Julfa?
Julfa has a population of 8,810 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 652 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Julfa?
Julfa 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.