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Weather & Climate in Hīrān, Iraq
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hīrān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 325 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 51.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,972 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
87°F Jul (31°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,972 ft (906 m) |
| Area | 308.7 sq mi (799.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2763°N, 44.4943°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Baghdad |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
89 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.5.
| Jul 24, 1991 | 30 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M5.5 | 47 km | 26 km |
| Feb 26, 2000 | 16 km E of ?emdinli, Turkey | M5.2 | 117 km | 33 km |
| Aug 23, 2017 | 29 km ENE of Koysinceq, Iraq | M5.1 | 41 km | 8 km |
| Jul 18, 2009 | 42 km S of Al-Hamdaniya, Iraq | M5.1 | 111 km | 26 km |
| Jan 15, 1999 | 34 km SW of As Sulaym?n?yah, Iraq | M5.1 | 119 km | 33 km |
| Jan 29, 2020 | 20 km WNW of Oshnav?yeh, Iran | M4.9 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 2013 | 34 km NE of Tallkayf, Iraq | M4.9 | 104 km | 7 km |
| Mar 13, 1992 | 5 km E of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 80 km | 33 km |
| Jul 9, 2021 | 16 km N of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.9 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km ENE of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.8 | 82 km | 11 km |
| Apr 29, 2020 | 22 km E of Jamjam?l, Iraq | M4.8 | 95 km | 12 km |
| Jul 24, 1991 | 17 km SSE of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M4.7 | 60 km | 33 km |
| Mar 16, 2003 | 9 km SSW of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M4.7 | 72 km | 33 km |
| Dec 1, 1991 | 37 km SSW of Piranshahr, Iran | M4.7 | 50 km | 35 km |
| Jan 15, 1993 | 35 km SSW of ‘Aqrah, Iraq | M4.7 | 77 km | 33 km |
| Jan 15, 1999 | 35 km SW of As Sulaym?n?yah, Iraq | M4.7 | 124 km | 33 km |
| Sep 10, 2023 | 20 km NNE of Ţūz Khūrmātū, Iraq | M4.7 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2002 | 35 km SSW of Yüksekova, Turkey | M4.7 | 116 km | 37 km |
| Dec 22, 2000 | 15 km SSE of B?neh, Iran | M4.6 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Apr 16, 2018 | 21 km SSE of Koysinceq, Iraq | M4.6 | 46 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 87°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in |
Hīrān has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 34°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (6.2") and June the driest (0.0").