Sumayl, Iraq
Duhok · Iraq
Sumayl is a large city in Duhok, Iraq with a population of 110,000. Elevation: 1,526 ft (465 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Sumayl
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 | 110,000 |
| Population Density | 531 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.8582°, 42.8482° |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
| Country | 🇮🇶 Iraq |
| State / Province | Duhok |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.3 inches (718 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
About Sumayl
Sumayl is a large city in Iraq (Duhok) with a population of 110,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,526 feet (465 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Baghdad.
Climate in Sumayl
Sumayl 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 | 64.4°F |
| 19% above Iraq avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,526 ft (465 m) |
| Area | 207.3 sq mi (536.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 531/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8582°N, 42.8482°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 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 | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in |
Sumayl has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 42°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.7") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Sumayl
22 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adar High School | - | - | - | - |
| Knar School | - | - | - | - |
| Semel High School | - | - | - | - |
| سجهۆۆل | - | - | - | - |
| GIZ | - | - | - | - |
| 11`e adar school | - | - | - | - |
| Mserike School | - | - | - | - |
| Avend Basic school | - | - | - | - |
| Haydar School | - | - | - | - |
| CADMUS™ International School - Duhok | - | - | - | - |
| Semel Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| GreGawr | - | - | - | - |
| Haydar School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة کریکوری | - | - | - | - |
| pasar school | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسة لزكا | - | - | - | - |
| شاناز و بيرى | - | - | - | - |
| kore | - | - | - | - |
| barox | - | - | - | - |
| misurek | - | - | - | - |
| davar | - | - | - | - |
| saezar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sumayl
0 stations within ~55 km.
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Museums in Sumayl
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duhok Gallery for Plastic Arts | ||||
| ILLUSION MUSEUM DUHOK | ||||
| Qachakh culture museum |
Libraries in Sumayl
| 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 Sumayl
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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 |
Restaurants in Sumayl
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sumayl
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Sumayl
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sumayl
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sumayl
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sumayl
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sumayl
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sumayl
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sumayl
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sumayl
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sumayl
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 Sumayl
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| مكتب بريد هارون للنقل الدولي |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sumayl
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church | |
| Darcheen Mosque | |
| golan mosque | |
| Haji Ali Haji Mohammed Mosque | |
| Haji Yusuf Mosque | |
| Lazaka mosque | |
| Mala Tayb Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Mosque | |
| Qazi Muhammed Mosque | |
| Rasti Mosque | |
| جامع | |
| جامع البركة | |
| جامع او قاع الفاتيحة | |
| جامع گرێ گەورى | |
| كنيسة | |
| مزگەفتا سێمێلێ يا مەزن |
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Waterfalls Near Sumayl
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Sumayl.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| سد |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sumayl
What is the population of Sumayl?
Sumayl has a population of 110,000 residents and is located in Iraq. The population density is 531 people per square mile, spread across 207.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sumayl?
Sumayl enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.
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