Kahnūj, Iran

Kerman · Iran

Kahnūj is a mid-size city in Kerman, Iran with a population of 52,624. Elevation: 1,657 ft (505 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

52,624 Population 641/sq mi density
1,657 ft Elevation 505 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
6.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Kahnūj

Kahnuj is a city in the Central District of Kahnuj County, Kerman province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. To the northwest is Mehroyeh Wildlife Refuge.

People

Population52,624
Density641/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Population52,624
Population Density641 / sq mi
Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Coordinates27.9519°, 57.6996°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceKerman
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)
Annual Precipitation6.7 inches (169 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kahnūj

Kahnūj is a mid-size city in Iran (Kerman) with a population of 52,624. The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet (505 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 92°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Climate in Kahnūj

Kahnūj has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jul (36.6°C), the coldest is Jan (13.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 121 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.9°C / 57°F 2.3° / 26.6° 41.6
Feb 16.6°C / 62°F 5.3° / 29.2° 12.0
Mar 20.6°C / 69°F 7.6° / 34.4° 18.0
Apr 26.1°C / 79°F 14.2° / 38.5° 19.0
May 31.8°C / 89°F 18.7° / 45.1° 5.8
Jun 36.4°C / 98°F 25.1° / 48.1° 0.1
Jul 36.6°C / 98°F 26.8° / 47.8° 4.6
Aug 35.6°C / 96°F 24.3° / 47° 2.6
Sep 33.1°C / 92°F 23.1° / 44° 0.3
Oct 27.7°C / 82°F 17.8° / 40° 2.0
Nov 21.1°C / 70°F 10.5° / 33.9° 6.8
Dec 16°C / 61°F 5.6° / 28.2° 8.4
Kahnūj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,657 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 92°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above Iran avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)

Geography

Elevation1,657 ft (505 m)
Area82.2 sq mi (212.8 km²)
Population Density641/sq mi
Coordinates27.9519°N, 57.6996°E
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.7"
83% below Iran avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 1.70"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

495 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M5.6 on Aug 5, 2025.

Mar 4, 1999 110 km SSE of K?h Sef?d, Iran M6.6 66 km
Jan 27, 2011 119 km SSE of Bam, Iran M6.2 132 km
Feb 28, 2006 111 km NNW of M?n?b, Iran M6.0 84 km
Apr 19, 1997 102 km N of M?n?b, Iran M5.6 80 km
Aug 5, 2025 131 km SSE of Bam, Iran M5.6 130 km
Feb 14, 2003 104 km NNW of M?n?b, Iran M5.6 87 km
Mar 4, 1999 110 km SSE of K?h Sef?d, Iran M5.6 68 km
May 12, 2013 81 km SE of M?n?b, Iran M5.5 138 km
Feb 26, 1996 112 km SSE of K?h Sef?d, Iran M5.5 73 km
May 18, 2013 90 km SE of M?n?b, Iran M5.5 150 km
Jun 15, 2011 98 km NE of M?n?b, Iran M5.5 20 km
Oct 18, 1996 78 km NE of M?n?b, Iran M5.4 31 km
Feb 26, 1996 107 km SSE of K?h Sef?d, Iran M5.4 74 km
Dec 19, 1991 109 km NNE of M?n?b, Iran M5.4 42 km
Jun 10, 1998 93 km S of Bam, Iran M5.4 90 km
Mar 5, 2000 86 km NNE of Bandar Abbas, Iran M5.4 121 km
Oct 20, 1997 97 km SSE of K?h Sef?d, Iran M5.4 74 km
Oct 23, 2017 88 km N of M?n?b, Iran M5.3 63 km
Mar 27, 2020 118 km SSE of K?h Sef?d, Iran M5.3 66 km
Mar 4, 1999 110 km N of M?n?b, Iran M5.3 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
May 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 92°F (33°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 90°F (32°C) 0.1 in
September 86°F (30°C) 0.1 in
October 80°F (26°C) 0.2 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.2 in

Kahnūj has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 41°F in January to 92°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Kahnūj

Institution Type Founded Website
دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی واحد کهنوج University - ,
دانشگاه پیام نور واحد کهنوج University - ,
دانشگاه علمی و کاربردی واحد کهنوج University - ,

Schools in Kahnūj

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
حوزه علمیه ولیعصر کهنوج - - - -
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Libraries in Kahnūj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
کتابخانه عمومی شهید مطهری کهنوج0.0

Restaurants in Kahnūj

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kakh Restaurant
Morvarid Restaurant
رستوران کهن نو
مجموعه سنتی صفاهان

Cinemas in Kahnūj

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

سینما شوباد کهنوج

Clinics in Kahnūj

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

مجتمع عالی سلامت کهنوج

Bus Stations in Kahnūj

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ترمینال کهنوج

Gas Stations in Kahnūj

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CNG جایگاه سوخت
پمپ بنزین
پمپ بنزین
پمپ بنزین
پمپ بنزین
پمپ بنزین

Banks in Kahnūj

11 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Keshavarzi Iran
Bank Keshavarzi Iran
Bank Maskan
Bank Mellat
Bank Melli Iran
Bank Saderat Iran
Bank Saderat Iran
Bank Sepah
Refah Bank
Tejarat Bank
بانک رسالت

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kahnūj

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
زیارتگاه بی بی طیبه (س)
شهدا گمنام
مسجد
مسجد
مسجد امام حسین
مسجد جامع بهمن
مسجدشهدا

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 Kahnūj

What is the population of Kahnūj?

Kahnūj has a population of 52,624 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 641 people per square mile, spread across 82.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kahnūj?

Kahnūj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 92°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 6.7 inches.

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