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Simele, Iraq
Duhok · Iraq
Simele is a mid-size city in Duhok, Iraq with a population of 71,557. Elevation: 1,519 ft (463 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Simele
Simele or Semel is a town located in the Dohuk province of Kurdistan Region in Iraq. The town is on the main road that connects the Kurdistan Region to its neighbor Turkey. It is 14 km (8.7 mi) west of Dohuk. The town had a population of 71,557 in July 2018.
People
Climate
| Population | 71,557 |
| Population Density | 345 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,519 ft (463 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.8583°, 42.8501° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
| Country | 🇮🇶 Iraq |
| State / Province | Duhok |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Simele
Simele is a mid-size city in Iraq (Duhok) with a population of 71,557. The city sits at an elevation of 1,519 feet (463 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.
Climate in Simele
Simele has an average annual temperature of 17.7°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (32.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 359 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above Iraq avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 281 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,519 ft (463 m) |
| Area | 207.3 sq mi (536.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8583°N, 42.8501°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in |
Simele has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 41°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Simele
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British International School - Duhok | - | - | - | - |
| British International School - Duhok | - | - | - | - |
| قوتابخانا حەوشکێ | - | - | - | - |
| Tenahi High School | - | - | - | - |
| UNESCO | - | - | - | - |
| rzgray high school | - | - | - | - |
| Xazyal school | - | - | - | - |
| Natawa High School | - | - | - | - |
| Alfreen School | - | - | - | - |
| QUTAB XANE | - | - | - | - |
| QUTAB XANE | - | - | - | - |
| shahidan School | - | - | - | - |
| Tenahi High School | - | - | - | - |
| Dastan School | - | - | - | - |
| Ishik Boys College | - | - | - | - |
| Jvan Basic school | - | - | - | - |
| قوتابخانا حەوشکێ | - | - | - | - |
| Jvan school | - | - | - | - |
| ئامادەییا ڕزگاری | - | - | - | - |
| اعدادية بهادار | - | - | - | - |
| قوتاخانا وةﻻت (كابينة) | - | - | - | - |
| Khazyal School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Simele
0 stations within ~55 km.
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Museums in Simele
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duhok Gallery for Plastic Arts | ||||
| ILLUSION MUSEUM DUHOK | ||||
| Qachakh culture museum |
Libraries in Simele
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badrkhanya Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duhok2 | 0.0 | |||||
| Duhok2 | 0.0 | |||||
| Jziry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jziry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Libarary | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Peter church | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Peter church | 0.0 | |||||
| قسم داخلی رامان | 0.0 | |||||
| قسم داخلی رامان | 0.0 | |||||
| مكتب درويش | 0.0 | |||||
| منظمة نوزين | 0.0 | |||||
| منظمة نوزين | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Simele
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
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| Grand Bazar | |||||
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| kani market | |||||
| Market Ravand | |||||
| Market Ravand | |||||
| Nerwoz Bazaar | |||||
| Parwar Market | |||||
| Ster Oil | |||||
| بازارا ئینێ | |||||
| بازارا ئینێ | |||||
| سوق دهوك | |||||
| سوق دهوك |
Hotels in Simele
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Simele
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Simele
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Simele
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Simele
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Simele
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Simele
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Simele
26 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Simele
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Simele
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Simele
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Simele
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mosul International Airport | OSM | Large Airport |
| Tall Afar Army Air Field | - | Medium Airport |
| Bamarni Airport | BMN | Small Airport |
| Bashiqah Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malikiyah | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Simele
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| لێگەریا پوستە و گەهاندنێ | |
| مكتب روج للبريد الدولي | |
| مكتب روژ للنقل الدولي |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Simele
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Atrishi Mosque | |
| Avrocity Mosque | |
| Bazalan Mosque | |
| Domiz Mosque | |
| Haji Aidy Mosque | |
| Haji Azer Mosque | |
| Haji Jaafar Slivaney Mosque | |
| masjid | |
| Mizgefta Tenahî | |
| Moaminin Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque - مزگه فت | |
| Norsi Mosque | |
| Norsi Mosque | |
| Saint Daniel Shrine | |
| Shahidan Mosque | |
| Tenahi Mosque | |
| White Mosque Domiz | |
| جامع شهيدان |
Quick Facts
Around Simele
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇮🇶 About Iraq
Frequently Asked Questions About Simele
What is the population of Simele?
Simele has a population of 71,557 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 345 people per square mile, spread across 207.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Simele?
Simele enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches.