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Showţ, Iran

West Azerbaijan · Iran

Showţ is a small city in West Azerbaijan, Iran with a population of 25,381. Elevation: 3,261 ft (994 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

25,381 Population 247/sq mi density
3,261 ft Elevation 994 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
10.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Showţ

Showt is a city in the Central District of Showt County, West Azerbaijan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district.

People

Population25,381
Density247/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Population25,381
Population Density247 / sq mi
Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Coordinates39.2192°, 44.7700°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceWest Azerbaijan
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation10.6 inches (269 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.3 inches (6 cm)

About Showţ

Showţ is a small city in Iran (West Azerbaijan) with a population of 25,381. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet (994 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Climate in Showţ

Showţ has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 292 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.2°C / 32°F -9.7° / 11.6° 19.9
Feb 2°C / 36°F -6.9° / 15.5° 14.7
Mar 6.3°C / 43°F -4.1° / 19.7° 41.1
Apr 12.6°C / 55°F -0.7° / 25.9° 43.2
May 17.3°C / 63°F 4.7° / 32.1° 56.2
Jun 24.1°C / 75°F 12.5° / 36.4° 28.9
Jul 25.9°C / 79°F 13.4° / 39.9° 14.6
Aug 25.9°C / 79°F 14.7° / 39° 10.3
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 8.3° / 37.2° 10.8
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 3.5° / 28.7° 23.1
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F -2.4° / 20.7° 15.3
Dec 2.2°C / 36°F -6° / 14.4° 13.7
Showţ experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Iran avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,261 ft (994 m)
Area102.8 sq mi (266.3 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates39.2192°N, 44.7700°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.6"
72% below Iran avg
Snowfall 2.3"
Wettest Month (May) 1.77"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

282 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 13, 2025.

Oct 23, 2011 27 km NNE of Van, Turkey M7.1 122 km
Feb 23, 2020 37 km ESE of Özalp, Turkey M6.0 88 km
Jan 28, 2023 14 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.9 90 km
Feb 23, 2020 41 km NW of Salm?s, Iran M5.8 91 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSW of Erci?, Turkey M5.7 135 km
Jan 18, 2023 12 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.7 89 km
Mar 24, 2023 13 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.6 85 km
Oct 23, 2011 33 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.6 114 km
Oct 25, 2011 33 km SE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 109 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km SSE of Erci?, Turkey M5.6 123 km
Jun 25, 2020 14 km SSW of Özalp, Turkey M5.4 105 km
Dec 23, 2012 12 km SW of Khowy, Iran M5.2 85 km
Mar 16, 2023 11 km ESE of Khowy, Iran M5.2 84 km
Jun 12, 2022 28 km NNE of Van, Turkey M5.2 122 km
Jan 28, 2023 7 km SSW of Khowy, Iran M5.1 83 km
Jul 1, 2004 18 km SSW of I?d?r, Turkey M5.1 91 km
Oct 23, 2011 24 km N of Van, Turkey M5.1 136 km
Sep 21, 2022 9 km S of Khowy, Iran M5.1 86 km
Oct 24, 2011 25 km NW of Van, Turkey M5.0 149 km
Jan 23, 1998 18 km SSW of Do?ubayaz?t, Turkey M4.9 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ararat (67 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ararat Stratovolcano 5,165 m (16,946 ft) 1840 67 km
Tenduruk Dagi Shield 3,514 m (11,529 ft) 1855 79 km
Vaiyots-Sar Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,575 m (8,448 ft) -2000 90 km
Ghegham Volcanic Ridge Volcanic field 3,597 m (11,801 ft) -1900 120 km
Porak Stratovolcano 3,029 m (9,938 ft) -778 122 km
Aragats Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) Unknown 154 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 0.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 1.1 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 1.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in

Showţ has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 27°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.8") and August the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Showţ

Institution Type Founded Website
حوزه علمیه College - ,
دانشگاه پیام نور University - ,

Schools in Showţ

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
مدرسه امام خمینی - - - -
مدرسه راهنمایی باهنر - - - -
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Restaurants in Showţ

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

تالار شهر

Bus Stations in Showţ

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ترمینال شوط

Gas Stations in Showţ

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IR #957045316
پمپ بنزین
پمپ بنزین شوط
جایگاه دو منظوره سوخت

Airports Near Showţ

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nakhchivan International AirportNAJLarge Airport
Maku National AirportIMQMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Showţ

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد جامع شوط
مسجد رسول اکرم

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tehran
Elevation
994 m (3,261 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 Showţ

What is the population of Showţ?

Showţ has a population of 25,381 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 247 people per square mile, spread across 102.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Showţ?

Showţ has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.6 inches, with 2.3 inches of snow.

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