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Lerik, Azerbaijan

Lerik District · Azerbaijan

Lerik is a mid-size city in Lerik District, Azerbaijan with a population of 87,000. Elevation: 3,589 ft (1,094 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

87,000 Population 203/sq mi density
3,589 ft Elevation 1,094 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
20.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Baku Timezone

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About Lerik

Lerik

Lerik is the capital city of Lerik District in the southern area of Azerbaijan not far from the Iran border. It is located in the Talysh Mountains, a northwestern subrange of the Alborz (Elburz) mountain range. The majority of the population is Talysh.

People

Population87,000
Density203/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation3,589 ft (1,094 m)
Population87,000
Population Density203 / sq mi
Elevation3,589 ft (1,094 m)
Coordinates38.7739°, 48.4150°
TimezoneAsia/Baku
Country🇦🇿 Azerbaijan
State / ProvinceLerik District
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation20.1 inches (510 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)

About Lerik

Lerik is a mid-size city in Azerbaijan (Lerik District) with a population of 87,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,589 feet (1,094 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baku.

Climate in Lerik

Lerik has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 662 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 43.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 70.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.1
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 32.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 16.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 51.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 58.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 119.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 64.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 47.8
Lerik experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,589 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below Azerbaijan avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,589 ft (1,094 m)
Area427.7 sq mi (1,107.8 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates38.7739°N, 48.4150°W
TimezoneAsia/Baku

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.1"
47% below Azerbaijan avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.80"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

121 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M3.9 on Sep 5, 2024.

Aug 11, 2012 26 km SW of Ahar, Iran M6.4 147 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 10 km
Jan 3, 1996 6 km SE of Masally, Azerbaijan M5.4 36 km
Mar 2, 1997 52 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M5.3 112 km
Jul 11, 2007 14 km W of Haftoni, Azerbaijan M5.2 16 km
Aug 27, 2017 52 km N of Hashtr?d, Iran M5.2 145 km
Mar 21, 2000 12 km W of Saatl?, Azerbaijan M5.2 132 km
Aug 11, 2012 27 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 148 km
Aug 14, 2012 24 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 146 km
May 11, 2017 16 km ESE of ?hm?db?yli, Azerbaijan M5.1 117 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 147 km
Apr 22, 1996 31 km S of Horadiz, Azerbaijan M5.0 100 km
Nov 2, 1994 11 km S of Ardab?l, Iran M5.0 70 km
Aug 1, 2016 11 km NW of Imishli, Azerbaijan M5.0 137 km
May 11, 2024 7 km SSE of Boradigah, Azerbaijan M4.9 29 km
Jan 1, 1991 7 km SSE of ?hm?db?yli, Azerbaijan M4.9 117 km
Aug 22, 2023 6 km ESE of Masally, Azerbaijan M4.9 39 km
Jun 28, 2024 8 km ESE of Lerik, Azerbaijan M4.8 9 km
Jan 26, 2013 23 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M4.8 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.3 in
March 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.4 in
July 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (19°C) 1.0 in
September 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
December 35°F (2°C) 1.2 in

Lerik has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 30°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Lerik

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Köhnə məktəb - - - -
İnternat Məktəbi - - - -
1 saylı Məktəb - - - -
2 saylı Məktəb - - - -
3 saylı Məktəb - - - -
Ambu kənd Məktəbi - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lerik

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Lerik

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Centenarians Muzeum
Heydər Əliyev Muzeyi
Tarix Muzeyi

Restaurants in Lerik

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baba Cafe
Elvin
Nur Şadlıq Sarayı

Gas Stations in Lerik

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AZ #3628467845
AZ #3628467860
Vuqoil

Banks in Lerik

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kapital Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Lerik

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lerik

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lerik

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardabil AirportADUMedium Airport
Qizilagach Air Base-Medium Airport
Lankaran International AirportLLKSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lerik

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lerik Poçtu

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Baku
Elevation
1,096 m (3,596 ft)

Around Lerik

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 6
Hospitals 3
Restaurants 4
Cafes 1
Bars 1
Supermarkets 10
Banks 1
Museums 3
Parks 5
Police Stations 2
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 1

🇦🇿 About Azerbaijan

Capital Baku
Population 10,224,900
Area 86,600 km²
GDP (USD) $72,428,470,588
GDP per capita $7,133
HDI 0.760
Life expectancy 74.4 years
Internet users 89.0%
Urban population 58.5%
Currency AZN (Manat)
Languages Azerbaijani
Calling code +994
TLD .az
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lerik

What is the population of Lerik?

Lerik has a population of 87,000 residents and is located in Azerbaijan. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 427.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lerik?

Lerik has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

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