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Salmās, Iran
West Azerbaijan · Iran
Salmās is a mid-size city in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 81,606. Elevation: 4,534 ft (1,382 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salmās
Salmas is a city in the Central District of Salmas County, West Azerbaijan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 81,606 |
| Population Density | 22,795 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,534 ft (1,382 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.1973°, 44.7653° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | West Azerbaijan |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.3 inches (389 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.3 inches (11 cm) |
About Salmās
Salmās is a mid-size city in Iran (West Azerbaijan) with a population of 81,606. The city sits at an elevation of 4,534 feet (1,382 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Salmās
Salmās has an average annual temperature of 12.3°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (25°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 315 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below Iran avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,534 ft (1,382 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 22,795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1973°N, 44.7653°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tenduruk Dagi (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tenduruk Dagi | Shield | 3,514 m (11,529 ft) | 1855 | 150 km |
| Ararat | Stratovolcano | 5,165 m (16,946 ft) | 1840 | 172 km |
| Vaiyots-Sar | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,575 m (8,448 ft) | -2000 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.5 in |
Salmās has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 26°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Salmās
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azad University | University | - | Visit → |
| Farhangian Teacher Training College | College | - | , |
| Meraj Higher Education Institute | University | - | Visit → |
| استثنایی | College | - | , |
| دانشکده پرستاری | College | - | , |
Schools in Salmās
34 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسه حاج محمد برادر جلیلی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شاهد نقیبی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه عصمت | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه تیزهوشان | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان نمونهدولتی امیرکبیر | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان سمپاد شهید بهشتی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه حبیب برگشادی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه شهید مدنی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شهید نواب صفوی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شهید پوریان | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان امام خمینی | - | - | - | - |
| Ahmadzadeh School | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان شهدای ۱۷ شهریور | - | - | - | - |
| پیشدبستانی و دبستان غیرانتفاعی ستایش | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان هیئت امنایی فاطمه زهرا | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه گوهران | - | - | - | - |
| هنرستان شهید پناهی | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه شاهد امام صادق | - | - | - | - |
| هنرستان شهید پناهی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان معلم | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان غیردولتی تدبیر | - | - | - | - |
| آموزشگاه امام سجاد | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان باقرالعلوم | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان غیر دولتی دخترانه عفاف(دوره اول) | - | - | - | - |
| حوزه علمیه حضرت فاطمه زهرا | - | - | - | - |
| دبستان علوی | - | - | - | - |
| هنرستان آمنه | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه دخترانه غیردولتی آفتاب | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه نمونه دولتی خامنه ای | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه فرهنگیان | - | - | - | - |
| حوزه علمیه امام علی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان شبانه شهید رجایی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان دخترانه سمیه | - | - | - | - |
| هنرستان امام خمینی | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Salmās
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Salmās
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahid Beheshti Library | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه مجتمع فرهنگی | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Salmās
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| بازار روز |
Hotels in Salmās
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salmās
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Salmās
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Salmās
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Salmās
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Salmās
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Salmās
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Salmās
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Salmās
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Salmās
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Salmās
21 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Salmās
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Salmās
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Salmās
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salmās
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakkari Yüksekova Airport | YKO | Medium Airport |
| Urmia Airport | OMH | Medium Airport |
| Khoy Airport | KHY | Small Airport |
| Yüksekova Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Salmās
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office of Salmas |
Treatment Centers in Salmās
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| مرکز آموزش و توانبخشی درخشان |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salmās
25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abolfazl Mosque | |
| St. George Church | |
| امامزاده تازه شهر | |
| امامزاده سید محمد اهرنجان | |
| بابالحواعج | |
| حسینیه | |
| حسینیه اعظم سلماس | |
| مسجد امام حسن | |
| مسجد امام حسین (ع) | |
| مسجد امام خمینی | |
| مسجد امیرالمومنین | |
| مسجد جامع سلماس | |
| مسجد حاج امین الاسلام | |
| مسجد حضرت رقیه | |
| مسجد حضرت علی اصغر | |
| مسجد حضرت علی اکبر | |
| مسجد حضرت ولیعصر (عج) | |
| مسجد صاحب الزمان | |
| مسجد فاطمه الزهرا | |
| مسجد قمر بنی هاشم |
Quick Facts
Around Salmās
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇷 About Iran
Frequently Asked Questions About Salmās
What is the population of Salmās?
Salmās has a population of 81,606 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 22,795 people per square mile, spread across 3.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salmās?
Salmās has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow.