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Sinjar
City in Nineveh, Iraq
Overview
Sinjar is a historic city in the Nineveh region of Iraq, set at the base of the Sinjar Mountains. Known for its Yazidi heritage and mountainous landscapes, Sinjar is in a phase of post-conflict recovery, displaying resilience and unique cultural traditions.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Iraq
Governorate
Nineveh
Population
22,549
Time Zone
Asia/Baghdad
Coordinates
36.30°, 41.89°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
20
Female Safety
25
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$407
Local Cost
$265
Local Income
$250
Cashless
5
English
10
Temperature
19.3°C
Summer Avg
32.3°C
Winter Avg
6.4°C
Record High
47.1°C
Record Low
-6.8°C
Humidity
44%
Precipitation
256 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
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 60/100.
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