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Sarakhs, Iran
Razavi Khorasan · Iran
Sarakhs is a mid-size city in Razavi Khorasan, Iran with a population of 46,499. Elevation: 906 ft (276 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Sarakhs
Sarakhs is a city in the Central District of Sarakhs County, Razavi Khorasan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. Sarakhs was once a stopping point along the Silk Road, and in its 11th century heyday had many libraries. Much of the original city site is now just across the border at Serakhs in Turkmenistan.
People
Climate
| Population | 46,499 |
| Population Density | 122 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 906 ft (276 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.5449°, 61.1577° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | Razavi Khorasan |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.8 inches (199 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sarakhs
Sarakhs is a mid-size city in Iran (Razavi Khorasan) with a population of 46,499. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet (276 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Sarakhs
Sarakhs has an average annual temperature of 18.5°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (31.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6°C). Average annual precipitation is 192 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Iran avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 906 ft (276 m) |
| Area | 382.1 sq mi (989.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5449°N, 61.1577°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 1.0 in |
Sarakhs has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 40°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Sarakhs
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| دانشگاه پیام نور سرخس | University | — | — |
| دانشگاه علمی کاربردی | University | — | — |
Schools in Sarakhs
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school | — | — | — | — |
| High school | — | — | — | — |
| School | — | — | — | — |
| دبیرستان پویا | — | — | — | — |
| دبستان پسرانه | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان فنی و حرفه ای شهید موسی کلانتری | — | — | — | — |
| مرکز آموزش فنی و حرفهای سرخس | — | — | — | — |
| هنرستان کار و دانش شهید فهمیده | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Sarakhs
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کتابخانه عمومی | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sarakhs
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarahs Bazary |
Hotels in Sarakhs
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sarakhs
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sarakhs
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sarakhs
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sarakhs
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sarakhs
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sarakhs
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sarakhs
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sarakhs
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sarakhs Airport | CKT | Medium Airport |
| Serakhs Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarakhs
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| مسجد امام حسن مجتبى(هیأت نیشابوریان مقیم سرخس) | |
| مسجد جامع سرخس | |
| مسجد فاطمه الزهرا | |
| مصلی سرخس | |
| مهدیه سرخس |
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What is the population of Sarakhs?
Sarakhs has a population of 46,499 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 122 people per square mile, spread across 382.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sarakhs?
Sarakhs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.8 inches.