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Saqqez, Iran
Kurdistan Province · Iran
Saqqez is a large city in Kurdistan Province, Iran with a population of 151,237. Elevation: 4,987 ft (1,520 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Saqqez
Saqqez is a city in the Central District of Saqqez County, Kurdistan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.
People
Climate
| Population | 151,237 |
| Population Density | 19,439 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,987 ft (1,520 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.2499°, 46.2735° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | Kurdistan Province |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.9 inches (530 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.2 inches (21 cm) |
About Saqqez
Saqqez is a large city in Iran (Kurdistan Province) with a population of 151,237. The city sits at an elevation of 4,987 feet (1,520 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Saqqez
Saqqez has an average annual temperature of 12.3°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 382 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below Iran avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,987 ft (1,520 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19,439/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2499°N, 46.2735°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 2.6 in |
Saqqez has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 27°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.7") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Saqqez
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| دانشکده علمی کاربردی | College | — | — |
| دانشکده فنی مهندسی سقز | College | — | — |
| دانشکده فنی و مهندسی | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه آزاد سقز | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه پیام نور | University | — | — |
Schools in Saqqez
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| مدرسه انبیا | — | — | — | — |
| دیرستان دخترانه الزهرا | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان دخترانه کوثر | — | — | — | — |
| مصطفی خمینی | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان پسرانه ی بید هندی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه وحدت | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه اقبال لاهوری | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه ی معراج | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه دانش | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه شاهد | — | — | — | — |
| کاردانش دکتر حسابی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه کودکان استثنایی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه احراز | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه راهنمایی نبوت | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه هفتم تیر | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه لاله های انقلاب | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه راهنمایی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان شبانه روزی | — | — | — | — |
| راهنمایی توحید | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان کاردانش شهید باهنر | — | — | — | — |
| گلستان مدرسه | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه رسالت | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه راهنمایی پسرانه شهدای هسته ای | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه ابتدایی دخترانه | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه راهنمایی دخترانه | — | — | — | — |
| کاردانش دکتر حسابی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه هفتم تیر | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان مائده | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه شهید ترکمان | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه راهنمایی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه ابتدایی حاج ناصر محمدی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان شهید آوینی | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه فردوسی | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان شهید رضا حسینی | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان کاردانش شهید باهنر | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان مائده | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه دخترانه | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Saqqez
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Saqqez
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کتابخانه عمومی شماره ۲ | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه عمومی شماره یک | 0.0 |
Hotels in Saqqez
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Saqqez
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Saqqez
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Saqqez
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Saqqez
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Saqqez
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Saqqez
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Saqqez
8 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saqqez
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Saqqez
21 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Saqqez
8 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Saqqez
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Saqqez
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baneh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Saghez Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Saqqez
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| اداره پست |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saqqez
33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Masjed Al Nabi | |
| بابه شیخ | |
| پیر خزایی | |
| حضرت عمر مسجد | |
| رسالت پناه | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد جامعه شافعی کهریزه | |
| مسجد آرامستان آیچی | |
| مسجد امام محمد شافعی | |
| مسجد امام محمد غزالی | |
| مسجد امام محمد غزالی | |
| مسجد امین | |
| مسجد جامع | |
| مسجد جامع تازآباد | |
| مسجد جامع نور قوخ | |
| مسجد جامعه شافعی کهریزه | |
| مسجد چهار یار نبی | |
| مسجد حاج شیخ اسماعیل | |
| مسجد حاج صفری | |
| مسجد حصرت ابراهیم |
Quick Facts
Around Saqqez
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇷 About Iran
Frequently Asked Questions About Saqqez
What is the population of Saqqez?
Saqqez has a population of 151,237 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 19,439 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saqqez?
Saqqez has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow.