Weather & Climate in Baynjiwayn, Iraq
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Baynjiwayn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. The area receives 7.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,183 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,183 ft (1,275 m) |
| Area | 95.9 sq mi (248.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 283/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6205°N, 45.9491°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
145 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Nov 22, 2013 | 28 km SW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M5.8 | 149 km | 14 km |
| Nov 22, 2013 | 34 km W of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M5.6 | 136 km | 6 km |
| Apr 6, 2021 | 6 km NE of Baynjiwayn, Iraq | M5.2 | 6 km | 10 km |
| May 11, 2019 | 33 km SW of ?alabja, Iraq | M5.2 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jan 15, 1999 | 34 km SW of As Sulaym?n?yah, Iraq | M5.1 | 77 km | 33 km |
| Mar 16, 2023 | 14 km NNE of Ḩalabja, Iraq | M5.1 | 36 km | 10 km |
| Aug 23, 2017 | 29 km ENE of Koysinceq, Iraq | M5.1 | 111 km | 8 km |
| Apr 1, 2018 | 12 km WSW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M5.0 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 2018 | 16 km NNW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M5.0 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 5 km E of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Jan 9, 2020 | 34 km WNW of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M4.9 | 123 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2024 | 24 km W of Sarpol-e Z̄ahāb, Iran | M4.9 | 130 km | 8 km |
| Jan 27, 2025 | 31 km W of Sarpol-e Z̄ahāb, Iran | M4.8 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 2021 | 34 km E of Kifr?, Iraq | M4.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km ENE of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.8 | 139 km | 11 km |
| Jun 6, 2006 | 8 km NE of Baynjiwayn, Iraq | M4.8 | 8 km | 35 km |
| Apr 26, 2021 | 11 km S of Sarpol-e Z?ah?b, Iran | M4.8 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Apr 29, 2020 | 22 km E of Jamjam?l, Iraq | M4.8 | 79 km | 12 km |
| Oct 13, 2009 | 12 km NW of K?my?r?n, Iran | M4.8 | 116 km | 13 km |
| Sep 10, 2023 | 20 km NNE of Ţūz Khūrmātū, Iraq | M4.7 | 127 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 6.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.6 in |
Baynjiwayn has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 33°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.3") and June the driest (0.0").