Sheykh Maḩalleh, Iran

Gilan Province · Iran

Sheykh Maḩalleh is a mid-size city in Gilan Province, Iran with a population of 54,178. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

54,178 Population 6,739/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Sheykh Maḩalleh

Sheykh Maḩalleh

Tālesh is a city in the Central District of Talesh County, Gilan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.

People

Population54,178
Density6,739/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Population54,178
Population Density6,739 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates37.8770°, 48.9056°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceGilan Province
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sheykh Maḩalleh

Sheykh Maḩalleh is a mid-size city in Iran (Gilan Province) with a population of 54,178. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Climate in Sheykh Maḩalleh

Sheykh Maḩalleh has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.1°C), the coldest is Jan (1.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 772 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1.3°C / 34°F -9.7° / 12.3° 76.1
Feb 2.4°C / 36°F -8° / 14.5° 61.8
Mar 5.3°C / 42°F -4.6° / 18.4° 69.2
Apr 11°C / 52°F -0.1° / 23.2° 68.3
May 15.3°C / 60°F 5.3° / 29.2° 57.4
Jun 20.6°C / 69°F 11.8° / 31.3° 20.1
Jul 21.1°C / 70°F 12.8° / 33.6° 44.7
Aug 21°C / 70°F 13.7° / 31.6° 28.8
Sep 17.9°C / 64°F 10.5° / 31.7° 80.5
Oct 13.5°C / 56°F 5.6° / 26° 104.5
Nov 8.2°C / 47°F -0.4° / 20.3° 96.3
Dec 3.8°C / 39°F -4.7° / 13.9° 64.8
Sheykh Maḩalleh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above Iran avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density6,739/sq mi
Coordinates37.8770°N, 48.9056°E
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Iran avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

166 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 28, 2024.

Jun 20, 1990 23 km N of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M7.4 112 km
Feb 28, 1997 24 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M6.1 78 km
Jul 9, 1998 10 km SE of Lerik, Azerbaijan M6.0 100 km
Nov 28, 1991 26 km NE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.6 123 km
Jun 21, 1990 33 km E of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.4 144 km
Jan 3, 1996 6 km SE of Masally, Azerbaijan M5.4 125 km
Jun 24, 1990 13 km N of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.4 121 km
Jul 6, 1990 16 km NW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.3 118 km
Mar 2, 1997 52 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M5.3 91 km
Jun 21, 1990 1 km SW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.3 135 km
Oct 15, 1995 Near the coast of northern Iran M5.2 104 km
Jul 11, 2007 14 km W of Haftoni, Azerbaijan M5.2 101 km
Dec 28, 1990 15 km SSW of F?man, Iran M5.0 90 km
Nov 2, 1994 11 km S of Ardab?l, Iran M5.0 60 km
Aug 22, 2023 6 km ESE of Masally, Azerbaijan M4.9 128 km
Jun 22, 1990 10 km NNW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 123 km
Jun 20, 1990 10 km NNE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 127 km
Jun 21, 1990 28 km NNE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 113 km
May 27, 2008 14 km ESE of Zanj?n, Iran M4.9 138 km
May 11, 2024 7 km SSE of Boradigah, Azerbaijan M4.9 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1990 CASPIAN SEA Eruption + Earthquake 2.0 m 40,000 112 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.0 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in Wettest
November 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in

Sheykh Maḩalleh has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 39°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Sheykh Maḩalleh

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
دبستان برکت سلمان فارسی - - - -
دبستان شهید محراب دیانسائی - - - -
دبستان نصرت - - - -
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Libraries in Sheykh Maḩalleh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
کتابخانه هفده شهریور0.0

Farmers Markets in Sheykh Maḩalleh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
پنجشنبه بازار

Airports Near Sheykh Maḩalleh

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardabil AirportADUMedium Airport
Sardar-e-Jangal AirportRASMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Sheykh Maḩalleh

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
مرکز توانبخشی آرامش تالش

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sheykh Maḩalleh

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد امام حسن چلونه‌سر

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Elevation
80 m (262 ft)

🇮🇷 About Iran

Capital Tehran
Population 81,800,269
Area 1,648,000 km²
GDP (USD) $457,510,482,317
GDP per capita $5,049
HDI 0.774
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.6%
Urban population 76.7%
Currency IRR (Rial)
Languages Persian (Farsi)
Calling code +98
TLD .ir
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sheykh Maḩalleh

What is the population of Sheykh Maḩalleh?

Sheykh Maḩalleh has a population of 54,178 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 6,739 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sheykh Maḩalleh?

Sheykh Maḩalleh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

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