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Sorkheh, Iran
Semnan · Iran
Sorkheh is a small city in Semnan, Iran with a population of 9,951. Elevation: 3,737 ft (1,139 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
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About Sorkheh
Sorkheh, whose name is often interpreted as “The Red One,” is a city in the Central District of Sorkheh County, Semnan province, Iran, serving as capital of the county. Sorkheh was the capital of Sorkheh District until its capital was transferred to the village of Lasjerd when the district was renamed the Central District in 2021.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,951 |
| Population Density | 380 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,737 ft (1,139 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4633°, 53.2140° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
| Country | 🇮🇷 Iran |
| State / Province | Semnan |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.9 inches (328 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 38.5 inches (98 cm) |
About Sorkheh
Sorkheh is a small city in Iran (Semnan) with a population of 9,951. The city sits at an elevation of 3,737 feet (1,139 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.
Climate in Sorkheh
Sorkheh has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is Jul (32.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 144 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Iran avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,737 ft (1,139 m) |
| Area | 26.2 sq mi (67.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4633°N, 53.2140°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tehran |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Damavand (114 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Damavand | Stratovolcano | 5,670 m (18,602 ft) | -5350 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in |
Sorkheh has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 20°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.3").
Museums in Sorkheh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmābeh Museum | ||||
| باغ موزه عشایر ایل سنگسر | ||||
| بنیاد حفظ و نشر ارزش های دفاع مقدس - اداره کل استان سمنان |
Libraries in Sorkheh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imam Khomeini Public library of Semnan | 0.0 | |||||
| کانون پرورش فکری شهید مطهری | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه زنده یاد عطاالله محقق | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه شاطری | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه شهید مطهری محلات | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه مرکزی | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه مرکزی سمنان | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sorkheh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| بازار میوه و تره بار امام علی | |||||
| بازارچه صنایع سنتی مهدیشهر | |||||
| بازارچه مسکن مهر | |||||
| بازارچه مهر ولایت |
Restaurants in Sorkheh
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sorkheh
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sorkheh
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sorkheh
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sorkheh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sorkheh
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seebland Firoozkooh Tourism Complex | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sorkheh
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aradan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Semnan Municipal Airport | SNX | Small Airport |
| Semnan New Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sorkheh
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| آرامگاه شیخ علاء الدوله سمنانی بیابانکی | |
| امامزاده عباسعلی | |
| مسجد | |
| مسجد امام رضا | |
| مسجد امام هادی |
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What is the population of Sorkheh?
Sorkheh has a population of 9,951 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 380 people per square mile, spread across 26.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sorkheh?
Sorkheh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches, with 38.5 inches of snow.