The district is located in the Keshem Valley, a primarily rural area on the western edge of the province, and is home to approximately 89,833 residents,[1] making it the second most populous district of the province.

Kishim has a humid continental climate (Köppen: Dsb), with warm summers and cold winters.

The temperature in July averages 21.6 °C (70.9 °F).

January has the lowest average temperature of the year.

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