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Maku
City in West Azarbaijan, Iran
Overview
Maku is a picturesque border city in Iran's West Azarbaijan province, set between dramatic mountains. Known for its rich history, diverse culture, and proximity to natural attractions, it's welcoming yet relatively off the beaten path for international travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Iran
Province
West Azarbaijan
Population
46,581
Time Zone
Asia/Tehran
Coordinates
39.42°, 44.58°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$492
Local Cost
$290
Local Income
$250
Cashless
20
English
10
Temperature
9.8°C
Summer Avg
21.5°C
Winter Avg
-1.9°C
Record High
38.4°C
Record Low
-24.7°C
Humidity
54%
Precipitation
303 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
IMQ
Distance
39 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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