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Khānaqīn, Iraq

Diyala · Iraq

Khānaqīn is a large city in Diyala, Iraq with a population of 175,000. Elevation: 607 ft (185 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

175,000 Population 299/sq mi density
607 ft Elevation 185 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
14.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baghdad Timezone

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About Khānaqīn

Khānaqīn

Khanaqin is the central city of Khanaqin District in Diyala Governorate, Iraq, near the Iranian border (8 km) on the Alwand tributary of the Diyala River. The town is populated by Kurds who speak the Southern Kurdish dialect. Khanaqin is situated on the main road which Shia pilgrims use when visiting holy Islamic cities. The city is rich in oil, and the first Iraqi oil refinery and oil pipeline was built nearby in 1927. The main tribes of Khanaqin include Kalhor, Feyli, Zand, Malekshahi Suramiri, Arkavazi and Zangana.

People

Population175,000
Density299/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain14.0 in/yr
Sunny Days311/yr
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Population175,000
Population Density299 / sq mi
Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Coordinates34.3482°, 45.3907°
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad
Country🇮🇶 Iraq
State / ProvinceDiyala
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Annual Precipitation14.0 inches (355 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Khānaqīn

Khānaqīn is a large city in Iraq (Diyala) with a population of 175,000. The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet (185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 95°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.

Climate in Khānaqīn

Khānaqīn has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Aug (35.6°C), the coldest is Jan (8.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 353 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.1°C / 47°F -1.8° / 19.5° 50.6
Feb 9.6°C / 49°F -1° / 23.1° 54.2
Mar 13.3°C / 56°F 1.7° / 26.4° 75.5
Apr 19.9°C / 68°F 7.1° / 32.7° 41.9
May 25.8°C / 78°F 13.7° / 40.3° 21.3
Jun 32.6°C / 91°F 20.3° / 44.9° 0.4
Jul 35.6°C / 96°F 24.4° / 47.1° 1.5
Aug 35.6°C / 96°F 25.3° / 46.7° 0.2
Sep 31.3°C / 88°F 19.5° / 44.1° 0.2
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 12.9° / 38.1° 9.7
Nov 15.9°C / 61°F 5.6° / 29° 55.1
Dec 10.8°C / 51°F 1.5° / 22° 42.3
Khānaqīn has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 95°F in July. The area gets 311 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 14.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 607 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 95°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above Iraq avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average95°F (35°C)
Sunny Days311 days/yr

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area584.9 sq mi (1,514.9 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates34.3482°N, 45.3907°W
TimezoneAsia/Baghdad

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.0"
63% below Iraq avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.72"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

259 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 7, 2025.

Nov 22, 2013 28 km SW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran M5.8 21 km
Nov 22, 2013 34 km W of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran M5.6 15 km
Jan 6, 2019 40 km SSW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran M5.6 36 km
Aug 5, 1998 12 km NE of Mehr?n, Iran M5.6 150 km
Jan 11, 2018 16 km ESE of Mandal?, Iraq M5.5 77 km
Nov 24, 2013 38 km SW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran M5.4 28 km
Jan 11, 2018 17 km ENE of Mandal?, Iraq M5.3 68 km
Jun 18, 2002 32 km NW of Mehr?n, Iran M5.3 124 km
Jun 6, 2021 31 km N of Mehr?n, Iran M5.3 125 km
Jan 11, 2018 25 km ENE of Mandal?, Iraq M5.3 66 km
Apr 1, 2019 29 km SE of Mandal?, Iraq M5.3 96 km
Jan 11, 2018 14 km ESE of Mandal?, Iraq M5.3 76 km
Nov 23, 2013 31 km SW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran M5.2 28 km
May 11, 2019 33 km SW of ?alabja, Iraq M5.2 75 km
Mar 16, 2023 14 km NNE of Ḩalabja, Iraq M5.1 121 km
Aug 22, 2014 20 km ESE of Mandal?, Iraq M5.1 80 km
Jan 11, 2018 22 km E of Mandal?, Iraq M5.1 80 km
Jan 15, 1999 34 km SW of As Sulaym?n?yah, Iraq M5.1 113 km
Jan 25, 2005 40 km NW of Mehr?n, Iran M5.0 116 km
Jan 6, 2018 16 km NNW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran M5.0 44 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 53°F (11°C) 2.5 in
March 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in Wettest
April 69°F (21°C) 1.6 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 95°F (35°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 94°F (35°C) 0.0 in
September 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in
October 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
December 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in

Khānaqīn has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 50°F in January to 95°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Khānaqīn

Institution Type Founded Website
Khanaqeen IT College College

Schools in Khānaqīn

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Beshkan
ئامادە‌یی پیشە‌سازی خانە‌قین
ثانوية روشنبير
cihan scool
مدرسة خديجة الكبرى
مدرسة قانع+خديجة الكبرى
مدرسة
خوێندنگەی زاگرۆس
مدرسة بالیسان
ئامادەیی خانەقین - کوڕان
lary primary school
مدرسة الجرير الابتدائية
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Radio Stations near Khānaqīn

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Khānaqīn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Khanaqin Library0.0
مكتبة اراز0.0

Farmers Markets in Khānaqīn

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
بازارچه قصرشیرین
بازارچه مرزی پرویز خان
عەلوەی کەلار

Restaurants in Khānaqīn

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

كباب

Cafes in Khānaqīn

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Las Vegas Café
T-Cate
Today fast
كازينو صغير

Monuments in Khānaqīn

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ليلى قاسم

Theme Parks in Khānaqīn

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

پارکی خانقین

Clinics in Khānaqīn

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

بنکەی تەندروستی خانەقین
معاون طبي

Dentists in Khānaqīn

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

عیادة الوند

Veterinaries in Khānaqīn

3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IQ #8961276817
IQ #8961357218
العيادة البيطرية

Bus Stations in Khānaqīn

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

كراج بغداد
گراج كلار

Gas Stations in Khānaqīn

12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas station akleel aljabal
Gas station alnadhem
Gas station alsbobar
Gas station alwatan aljaded
IQ #337764231
IQ #338134930
IQ #338649316
IQ #340873302
IQ #9962311122
Uranus gas station
بەنزینخانەی شەهیدان
محطه زين القوس

Banks in Khānaqīn

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

اللواء الاول الفوج الثالث

Gyms in Khānaqīn

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

فتنس سنتر للرشاقه و كمال اجسام
قاعة جومان
قاعة عباس لكمال الاجسام
معهد الصقر الذهبي

Stadiums & Teams in Khānaqīn

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Khānaqīn

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Marjan AirfieldSmall Airport
Mirmiro Agricultural AirportSmall Airport
Subakhu AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Khānaqīn

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Iraq Post Office
Iraq Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Khānaqīn

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Al-Haqq Mosque
Al-Shahid Mosque
Imam Abbas
جامع الخلفاء
جامع الرحمن
جامع العلي العضيم
جامع الكبير
جامع مجيد بك
جامع مصطفى بيك
مسجد ابو بكر
مسجد شيخ فتاح
مسجد هداية

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Baghdad
Elevation
602 m (1,975 ft)

Around Khānaqīn

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 31
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 2
Cafes 5
Supermarkets 11
Libraries 2
Parks 26
Police Stations 4
Places of Worship 7

🇮🇶 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 Khānaqīn

What is the population of Khānaqīn?

Khānaqīn has a population of 175,000 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 299 people per square mile, spread across 584.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Khānaqīn?

Khānaqīn has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 95°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.0 inches.

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