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Akdaş, Turkmenistan

Balkan · Turkmenistan

Akdaş is a small city in Balkan, Turkmenistan with a population of 6,750. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,750 Population 4,655/sq mi density
446 ft Elevation 136 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
5.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Akdaş

Akdaş, previously known as the 2nd Stone Quarry, is a town located in Balkan Province, Turkmenistan. In 2022, it had a population of 6,750 people.

People

Population6,750
Density4,655/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain5.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Population6,750
Population Density4,655 / sq mi
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Coordinates40.0422°, 53.1261°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceBalkan
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation5.2 inches (131 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Akdaş

Akdaş is a small city in Turkmenistan (Balkan) with a population of 6,750. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Akdaş

Akdaş has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 116 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 0.3° / 7.4° 13.4
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 0.1° / 8.7° 12.6
Mar 8.6°C / 47°F 3.6° / 13.6° 16.0
Apr 14.4°C / 58°F 8.7° / 20.1° 19.4
May 20.1°C / 68°F 13.5° / 26.7° 7.6
Jun 25.8°C / 78°F 19.4° / 32.3° 2.5
Jul 28.6°C / 83°F 22.5° / 34.8° 1.6
Aug 28.6°C / 83°F 22.3° / 35° 1.5
Sep 23.2°C / 74°F 16.9° / 29.5° 3.5
Oct 16.1°C / 61°F 10.2° / 22° 9.6
Nov 9.5°C / 49°F 4.8° / 14.2° 16.7
Dec 5.4°C / 42°F 1.4° / 9.3° 11.7
Akdaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 327 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 5.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density4,655/sq mi
Coordinates40.0422°N, 53.1261°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.2"
86% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.79"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

137 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jul 1, 1994 43 km ENE of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.6 30 km
Jun 7, 2014 106 km E of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M5.5 137 km
Oct 29, 1995 104 km WSW of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.5 118 km
Jun 10, 2001 57 km NW of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan M5.4 68 km
Jan 26, 2000 4 km W of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.3 19 km
Jan 14, 2014 29 km NNW of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.2 34 km
May 7, 1997 112 km E of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M5.2 131 km
Jul 1, 1994 43 km ENE of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.2 30 km
Mar 22, 2015 80 km WNW of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.1 93 km
Nov 12, 1990 112 km ESE of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M5.1 130 km
Aug 16, 2023 31 km NNE of Türkmenbaşy, Turkmenistan M5.1 26 km
Jan 1, 2010 117 km NW of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.0 127 km
Jun 2, 2009 29 km N of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M5.0 28 km
Jul 19, 1996 42 km NW of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan M5.0 85 km
Aug 28, 2010 7 km S of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan M4.9 125 km
Jun 14, 2000 112 km ESE of Pirallah?, Azerbaijan M4.9 130 km
Dec 30, 2000 41 km ENE of Balkanabat, Turkmenistan M4.9 150 km
Jan 7, 2018 58 km E of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M4.9 44 km
Jan 6, 2020 46 km NNE of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M4.9 44 km
Dec 4, 1996 20 km NNW of Türkmenba?y, Turkmenistan M4.8 28 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1895 CASPIAN SEA Earthquake - - 78 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in
March 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
November 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
December 40°F (5°C) 0.7 in

Akdaş has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 36°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Akdaş

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Музей

Farmers Markets in Akdaş

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kenar Bazary
Shagadam
Turkmenbashy Market

Cafes in Akdaş

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kafe Kožman

Theatres in Akdaş

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Medeniýet Öýi

Train Stations in Akdaş

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gyuşa
Ýaňyajy

Gas Stations in Akdaş

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station 11 Janga
Gas Station 36 Kenar

Stadiums & Teams in Akdaş

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Akdaş

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Turkmenbaşy International AirportKRWMedium Airport
Cheleken East Airport-Small Airport
Yangadzha Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Akdaş

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Türkmenbaşy Etrap Metjidi

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat

🇹🇲 About Turkmenistan

Capital Ashgabat
Population 5,850,908
Area 488,100 km²
GDP (USD) $45,894,538,666
GDP per capita $6,232
HDI 0.764
Life expectancy 70.1 years
Internet users 21.3%
Urban population 47.1%
Currency TMT (Manat)
Languages Russian, Turkmen
Calling code +993
TLD .tm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Akdaş

What is the population of Akdaş?

Akdaş has a population of 6,750 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 4,655 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akdaş?

Akdaş enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches.

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