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Sūrā Posht, Iran

Gilan Province · Iran

Sūrā Posht is a small town in Gilan Province, Iran with a population of 1,535. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

1,535 Population 191/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tehran Timezone

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About Sūrā Posht

Sūrā Posht

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

Population1,535
Density191/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population1,535
Population Density191 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates37.7999°, 48.9296°
TimezoneAsia/Tehran
Country🇮🇷 Iran
State / ProvinceGilan Province
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (715 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sūrā Posht

Sūrā Posht is a small town in Iran (Gilan Province) with a population of 1,535. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tehran.

Sūrā Posht experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above Iran avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates37.7999°N, 48.9296°W
TimezoneAsia/Tehran

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Iran avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.41"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

172 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 M7.4 103 km
Feb 28, 1997 24 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M6.1 83 km
Jul 9, 1998 10 km SE of Lerik, Azerbaijan M6.0 108 km
Nov 28, 1991 26 km NE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.6 114 km
Jun 24, 1990 13 km N of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.4 112 km
Jan 3, 1996 6 km SE of Masally, Azerbaijan M5.4 134 km
Jun 21, 1990 33 km E of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.4 136 km
Jun 21, 1990 1 km SW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.3 126 km
Mar 2, 1997 52 km SSW of Om?dcheh, Iran M5.3 94 km
Jul 6, 1990 16 km NW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M5.3 110 km
Oct 15, 1995 Near the coast of northern Iran M5.2 96 km
Jul 11, 2007 14 km W of Haftoni, Azerbaijan M5.2 110 km
Dec 28, 1990 15 km SSW of F?man, Iran M5.0 82 km
Nov 2, 1994 11 km S of Ardab?l, Iran M5.0 67 km
Jun 20, 1990 10 km NNE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 119 km
Aug 22, 2023 6 km ESE of Masally, Azerbaijan M4.9 137 km
May 27, 2008 14 km ESE of Zanj?n, Iran M4.9 130 km
Jun 21, 1990 28 km NNE of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 104 km
Jun 22, 1990 10 km NNW of P?deg?n-e Manj?l, Iran M4.9 115 km
May 11, 2024 7 km SSE of Boradigah, Azerbaijan M4.9 120 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 40,000 103 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
May 60°F (16°C) 1.6 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 1.2 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in Wettest
November 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in

Sūrā Posht has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 38°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Sūrā Posht

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
دبستان شهادت
دبستان هدف اوله کری
مدرسه دخترانه شهید قلی ارشادی ۱و۲
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Libraries in Sūrā Posht

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
کتابخانه هفده شهریور0.0

Farmers Markets in Sūrā Posht

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
پنجشنبه بازار

Restaurants in Sūrā Posht

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

رستوران میجمع

Gas Stations in Sūrā Posht

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Borhany Gas Station

Stadiums & Teams in Sūrā Posht

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sūrā Posht

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardabil AirportADUMedium Airport
Sardar-e-Jangal AirportRASMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Sūrā Posht

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
مرکز توانبخشی آرامش تالش

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sūrā Posht

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد بلال حبشی لمر سفلی
مسجد حضرت رقیه
مسجد سید الشهدا طولارود
مسجد عباسیه
مسجد عباسیه اعظم اوله کری طولارود
مسجد عباسیه اعظم اوله کری طولارود
مسجد محمدرسول الله بالاده

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 Sūrā Posht

What is the population of Sūrā Posht?

Sūrā Posht has a population of 1,535 residents and is located in Iran. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sūrā Posht?

Sūrā Posht has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches.

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