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Ṟuwandiz, Iraq
Erbil · Iraq
Ṟuwandiz is a small city in Erbil, Iraq with a population of 22,943. Elevation: 2,713 ft (827 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Ṟuwandiz
Rawandiz is a city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, located in the Erbil Governorate in Soran district, close to the borders with Iran and Turkey. It is only 7 km from the city center of Soran city and it is located 10 km to the east of the Bekhal Waterfall. The city is 123 km from Erbil. The city along with the Soran district is surrounded by the Zagros mountain range; Korek Mountain is to the south, Hindren Mountain to the north, Zozik Mountain to the west, and Bradasot Mountain to the east. Rawandiz is populated entirely by Kurds.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,943 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,713 ft (827 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.6114°, 44.5219° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
| Country | 🇮🇶 Iraq |
| State / Province | Erbil |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.9 inches (760 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.8 inches (12 cm) |
About Ṟuwandiz
Ṟuwandiz is a small city in Iraq (Erbil) with a population of 22,943. The city sits at an elevation of 2,713 feet (827 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.
Climate in Ṟuwandiz
Ṟuwandiz has an average annual temperature of 17.3°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jul (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 352 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Iraq avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,713 ft (827 m) |
| Area | 206.9 sq mi (535.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6114°N, 44.5219°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 4.0 in |
Ṟuwandiz has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 34°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Ṟuwandiz
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Education Shaqlawa | College | — | — |
| College of education Shaqlawa | College | — | — |
| nergiz primary school | University | — | — |
| Safi Elementary School | University | — | — |
| Shaqlawa Private Institute | College | — | — |
| Shaqlawa Sports Institute | University | — | — |
| Shaqlawa Technical College | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Ṟuwandiz
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garwazin school | — | — | — | — |
| Khalifan School | — | — | — | — |
| خوێندنگەی خەلیفانی نوێ | — | — | — | — |
| قوتابخانەی زاگرۆسی بنەڕەتی | — | — | — | — |
| قوتابخانەی ژیانەوەی بنەڕەتی تێکەڵاو | — | — | — | — |
| Chiaok Elementary School (Girls) | — | — | — | — |
| قوتابخانەی بلەی خوارووی بنەڕەتی | — | — | — | — |
| قوتابخانەی بانەسەری بنەڕەتی | — | — | — | — |
| Sreshma secondary school | — | — | — | — |
| قوتابخانەی بنەڕەتی | — | — | — | — |
| shamam high school | — | — | — | — |
| Nawrazan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bawyan Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mardin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Zhianawa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| قوتابخانەی پاشای گەورە | — | — | — | — |
| Tavga Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rawanduz High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Ṟuwandiz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basrma Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Khalifan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rawandz Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shaqlawa TC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ṟuwandiz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kharand Market | |||||
| Pishangai Shusha | |||||
| Teammart | |||||
| بازاڕی بەرگدورانی سۆران | |||||
| بازاڕی گۆشت فرۆشان | |||||
| زێڕی نازگۆڵد | |||||
| شوشەواتی مستەفا | |||||
| شیرینەمەنی | |||||
| گومرگی میوەی سۆران |
Hotels in Ṟuwandiz
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ṟuwandiz
22 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ṟuwandiz
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ṟuwandiz
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ṟuwandiz
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ṟuwandiz
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ṟuwandiz
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ṟuwandiz
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ṟuwandiz
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ṟuwandiz
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ṟuwandiz
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ṟuwandiz
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ṟuwandiz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| نقتةى ماعةسكةر |
Stadiums & Teams in Ṟuwandiz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ṟuwandiz
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Erbil International Airport | EBL | Large Airport |
| Bashur Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Khaneh Airport | KHA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ṟuwandiz
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bawil Agha Mosque | |
| Bekhal Great Mosque | |
| Bekhal Mosque | |
| Haji Abdullah Mosque | |
| Haji Sleman Mosque | |
| Haji Wafa Mosque | |
| Kherkhwazan Mosque | |
| Mala Abdulakrim afandi Mosque | |
| Rasullulah Mosque | |
| Shari Madina Mosque | |
| Shekh mala salh mawily Mosque | |
| Zargli Khalifan mosque | |
| مزگەوتی پیشەسازیی سۆران | |
| مزگەوتی ڕاپەڕین | |
| مزگەوتی سەلەفییان | |
| مزگەوتی عیسمەت خان |
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What is the population of Ṟuwandiz?
Ṟuwandiz has a population of 22,943 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 206.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ṟuwandiz?
Ṟuwandiz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.9 inches, with 4.8 inches of snow.