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Piranshahr, Iran
West Azerbaijan · Iran
Piranshahr is a mid-size city in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 61,973. Elevation: 4,738 ft (1,444 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Piranshahr
Piranshahr is a city in the Central District of Piranshahr County, West Azerbaijan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 61,973 |
| Population Density | 511 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,738 ft (1,444 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7010°, 45.1413° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | West Azerbaijan |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.7 inches (576 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.3 inches (31 cm) |
About Piranshahr
Piranshahr is a mid-size city in Iran (West Azerbaijan) with a population of 61,973. The city sits at an elevation of 4,738 feet (1,444 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Piranshahr
Piranshahr has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 358 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below Iran avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 295 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,738 ft (1,444 m) |
| Area | 121.3 sq mi (314.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 511/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7010°N, 45.1413°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in |
Piranshahr has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Piranshahr
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Azad University Piranshahr | University | — | — |
| Payam Noor Piranshahr University | University | — | — |
Schools in Piranshahr
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسه منگورکردستانی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان ۹ دی | — | — | — | — |
| شهیدشهریاری | — | — | — | — |
| دارالعلوم صلاح الدین ایوبی پیرانشهر | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه ابتدایى محمود قادرى | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان آیت الله صدوقی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه دخترانه مهدی | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان پسرانه فراهانی | — | — | — | — |
| شهید مطهری ۱ | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه ابتدایی شورا | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه | — | — | — | — |
| Ostad Hazhar School | — | — | — | — |
| 17th Shahrivar elementary school- Shahid Bakeri highschool | — | — | — | — |
| FARAHANI ELEMENTY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| FARAHANI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان غیردولتی پسرانه فراهانی | — | — | — | — |
| فارسی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه حضرت زینب | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه اندیشه | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه شبانه روزی دخترانه محمد رسول الله | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Piranshahr
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Piranshahr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| maktab nalee | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه شهرداری | 0.0 |
Hotels in Piranshahr
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Piranshahr
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Piranshahr
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Piranshahr
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Piranshahr
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Piranshahr
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Piranshahr
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Piranshahr
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Piranshahr
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Piranshahr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Piranshahr
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baneh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Khaneh Airport | KHA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Piranshahr
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office Piranshahr |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Piranshahr
35 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Imam Fakhr Razi Mosque | |
| حضرت ابراهیم | |
| حضرت عثمان | |
| شهدا گمنام | |
| صلاح الدین ایوبی | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد اصحاب کهف | |
| مسجد امام حسین | |
| مسجد امام خمینی | |
| مسجد امام شافعی | |
| مسجد امام علی | |
| مسجد امام محمد غزالی | |
| مسجد جامع پیرانشهر | |
| مسجد جامع قدیم | |
| مسجد حاج شفیع | |
| مسجد حضرت ابراهیم | |
| مسجد حضرت اسماعیل | |
| مسجد حضرت عمر | |
| مسجد حضرت یوسف | |
| مسجد خالدبن ولید |
Quick Facts
Around Piranshahr
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Piranshahr?
Piranshahr has a population of 61,973 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 511 people per square mile, spread across 121.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Piranshahr?
Piranshahr has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.