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Az Zubayr

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Updated Monday, November 2, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Az Zubayr month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Az Zubayr are typically February, March and December, with average daytime highs around 21–27°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 47°C), January the coldest (average low 8°C), and November the wettest (about 36 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January19.28.1238.8
February21.69.8189.1
March26.914.12710.0
April33.820.2910.4
May40.526.1311.7
June45.630.5012.6
July47.332.5012.3
August46.831.9011.9
September43.628.1011.4
October36.622.0110.6
November26.815.3368.6
December20.610.2288.5

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Documented history · 1003

    They built the first neighborhood, Al‑Kut, which still bears that name, establishing Zubair in 1003 AH as a Najdi settlement.

  2. Establishment of Zubair as a Najdi settlement

    Najdi migrants built the first neighborhood, Al-Kut, in 1003 AH.

Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Az Zubayr has been verified yet.

Historical figures

  • Zubayr ibn al-Awwam

    Companion of Muhammad whose tomb serves as the original focal point of the city's emergence.

Local business and employers

No locally headquartered business or major employer has passed the source checks for Az Zubayr yet.

Newspapers and local media

  • Media related to Az Zubayr at Wikimedia Commons

    Listed by the source as a local media outlet.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Mausoleum of Talha ibn 'Ubayd Allah

    Wikidata places this site in Az Zubayr. Iraqi Mausoleum.

  • al-Haysamah

    Wikidata places this site in Az Zubayr. Southern iraqi area of al-Zubair kaza.

  • Al-Zubair Museum

    Museum dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage, artistic and historical artifacts, and local lifestyle of the region.

  • Zubayr Heritage Museum

    Houses a collection of historical artifacts, traditional costumes, and local artwork.

  • Zubayr Cultural Center

    Cultural center hosting events showcasing traditional music, dance, and poetry.

  • Al‑Kut

    The first neighborhood built by Najdi settlers in Az Zubayr.

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01 · Overview

Az Zubayr, in brief

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02 · History

How Az Zubayr took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Az Zubayr

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Az Zubayr

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Az Zubayr

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Az Zubayr

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Az Zubayr

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08 · Questions

Questions about Az Zubayr

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01 · Q&A

Where is Az Zubayr located and what are its coordinates?

Az Zubayr is situated in Iraq at geographic coordinates 30.3921, 47.7017, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Az Zubayr?

Az Zubayr has a recorded population of approximately 122,676 and observes the Asia/Baghdad time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Az Zubayr?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Az Zubayr include AR-IQ, KU, HY, with IQD used for local transactions.

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