Weather & Climate in Hilora, Iraq
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hilora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,837 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 60.3°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,837 ft (560 m) |
| Area | 109.4 sq mi (283.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9993°N, 43.8469°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
109 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jan 25, 2005 | Turkey-Iraq border region | M5.9 | 70 km | 41 km |
| Jul 24, 1991 | 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M5.5 | 57 km | 26 km |
| Jun 14, 2012 | 1 km NNW of P?narönü, Turkey | M5.3 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Feb 26, 2000 | 16 km E of ?emdinli, Turkey | M5.2 | 88 km | 33 km |
| Jul 18, 2009 | 42 km S of Al-Hamdaniya, Iraq | M5.1 | 131 km | 26 km |
| Aug 23, 2017 | 29 km ENE of Koysinceq, Iraq | M5.1 | 133 km | 8 km |
| Aug 5, 2012 | 3 km NW of Gülyaz?, Turkey | M5.0 | 91 km | 18 km |
| Mar 11, 2013 | 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq | M4.9 | 52 km | 7 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 5 km E of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 125 km | 33 km |
| Jan 29, 2020 | 20 km WNW of Oshnav?yeh, Iran | M4.9 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jul 9, 2021 | 16 km N of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Feb 2, 1991 | 8 km WSW of Zaxo, Iraq | M4.8 | 111 km | 33 km |
| Oct 23, 2003 | 8 km NW of ?enoba, Turkey | M4.8 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2005 | 3 km ESE of Hakkâri, Turkey | M4.8 | 63 km | 19 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km ENE of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.8 | 126 km | 11 km |
| Dec 9, 1997 | 18 km NW of Dihok, Iraq | M4.7 | 91 km | 33 km |
| Feb 2, 1991 | 5 km NNW of Çardakl?, Turkey | M4.7 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Jul 24, 1991 | 17 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M4.7 | 44 km | 33 km |
| Feb 14, 1995 | 5 km W of Do?anköy, Turkey | M4.7 | 131 km | 18 km |
| Jan 15, 1993 | 35 km SSW of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M4.7 | 58 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 4.2 in |
Hilora has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 35°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.6") and July the driest (0.0").