Sirri Island is an Iranian island situated in the Persian Gulf as part of Abumusa County within the Hormozgan Province, positioned 76 kilometres from Bandar-e Lengeh and 50 kilometres west of Abu Musa island.
Measuring approximately 5.6 kilometres long and 3 kilometres wide, the island covers an area of 17.33 square kilometres with its highest elevation reaching 33 metres above sea level.
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SubscribeThe territory features critical energy assets, serving as the location for major oil fields such as Sivand, Dena, Nosrat, Alvand, and Esfand, alongside the Nasr offshore oil platforms managed by the Iranian Offshore Oil Company.
Transportation and connectivity are supported by Sirri Airport, which features an 8,140-foot runway and accommodates both civil and military aircraft operations.
Extreme Climate and Energy Development
Sirri Island experiences a hot desert climate under the Köppen climate classification, characterized by daily mean temperatures remaining consistently above 20 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
During the summer months, the island records some of the highest average dew points globally, frequently exceeding 28 degrees Celsius in July and August.
This extreme humidity drives summer heat indices above 50 degrees Celsius on most days, significantly dampening normal desert diurnal temperature ranges due to airflow from warm Persian Gulf waters.
Major development projects undertaken by the Iranian Offshore Oil Company include multi-million dollar gas factory investments and initiatives designed to substantially boost crude oil production capacity.