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Markīd, Iran

East Azerbaijan · Iran

Markīd is a small town in East Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 3,104. Elevation: 3,720 ft (1,134 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,104 Population 18/sq mi density
3,720 ft Elevation 1,134 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
11.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Markīd

Markīd

Yamchi is a city in, and the capital of, Yamchi District in Marand County, East Azerbaijan province, Iran. It also serves as the administrative center for Zu ol Bin Rural District.

People

Population3,104
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Population3,104
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Coordinates38.4990°, 45.6265°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceEast Azerbaijan
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation11.1 inches (282 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Markīd

Markīd is a small town in Iran (East Azerbaijan) with a population of 3,104. The city sits at an elevation of 3,720 feet (1,134 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Markīd experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 316 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 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,720 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below Iran avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,720 ft (1,134 m)
Area173.7 sq mi (450.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates38.4990°N, 45.6265°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.1"
71% below Iran avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 1.93"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

202 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Jan 9, 2025.

Aug 11, 2012 26 km SW of Ahar, Iran M6.4 106 km
Aug 11, 2012 30 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M6.2 98 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 109 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 63 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 106 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 60 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 68 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 147 km
Nov 7, 2012 39 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.4 87 km
Aug 15, 2012 35 km WSW of Ahar, Iran M5.3 92 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 66 km
Aug 27, 2017 52 km N of Hashtr?d, Iran M5.2 145 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 49 km
Sep 21, 2022 9 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.1 59 km
Aug 11, 2012 27 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 99 km
Aug 14, 2012 24 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.1 101 km
Jan 28, 2023 7 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.1 61 km
Aug 11, 2012 25 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 101 km
Aug 11, 2012 29 km W of Ahar, Iran M5.0 97 km
Nov 16, 2012 42 km WNW of Ahar, Iran M4.9 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Vaiyots-Sar (145 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 145 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 170 km
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 176 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 179 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
March 38°F (3°C) 1.4 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in Wettest
May 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 1.0 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 0.9 in

Markīd has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 25°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Markīd

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
کتابخانه0.0
کتابخانه0.0

Farmers Markets in Markīd

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
بازار تره بار

Ski Resorts Near Markīd

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Markīd

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nakhchivan International AirportNAJLarge Airport
Tabriz International AirportTBZLarge Airport
Maku National AirportIMQMedium Airport
Khoy AirportKHYSmall Airport
Vayqan Air Base-Small Airport

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 Markīd

What is the population of Markīd?

Markīd has a population of 3,104 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 173.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Markīd?

Markīd has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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