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Andkhōy, Afghanistan

Faryab · Afghanistan

Andkhōy is a mid-size city in Faryab, Afghanistan with a population of 37,900. Elevation: 1,004 ft (306 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

37,900 Population 165/sq mi density
1,004 ft Elevation 306 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
9.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Andkhōy

Andkhōy

Andkhoy is a city in the northern part of Afghanistan, which has a population of about 47,857 people. They include all the major ethnic groups of the country. The city serves as the capital of Andkhoy District in the Faryab Province. It is around 35 kilometres (22 mi) of driving distance southwest from the Aqina–Imamnazar border crossing between Afghanistan and Turkmenistan. There is also a rail station in the city, which was recently opened for import and export purposes with neighboring Turkmenistan. The Sheberghan Airfield in neighboring Jowzjan Province is the closest airport to Andkhoy.

People

Population37,900
Density165/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain9.3 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Population37,900
Population Density165 / sq mi
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Coordinates36.9529°, 65.1238°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceFaryab
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation9.3 inches (236 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Andkhōy

Andkhōy is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Faryab) with a population of 37,900. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet (306 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Andkhōy

Andkhōy has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (33.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 171 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F -7.4° / 20° 22.5
Feb 7.3°C / 45°F -5.8° / 24.4° 32.9
Mar 13°C / 55°F -2.4° / 30.3° 38.3
Apr 19.6°C / 67°F 4.7° / 36.8° 25.5
May 25.2°C / 77°F 11.9° / 40.3° 15.4
Jun 31°C / 88°F 17.1° / 43.9° 0.9
Jul 33.3°C / 92°F 20.4° / 45.6° 0.0
Aug 29.9°C / 86°F 16.5° / 42.9° 0.1
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 11.6° / 38° 0.6
Oct 16.5°C / 62°F 4.4° / 31.4° 3.9
Nov 9.7°C / 49°F -3.1° / 28.2° 19.4
Dec 4.4°C / 40°F -5.8° / 20.6° 11.5
Andkhōy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above Afghanistan avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area230.2 sq mi (596.3 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates36.9529°N, 65.1238°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.3"
76% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.28"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 27, 2025.

Oct 1, 1991 18 km NNW of Qal‘ah-ye Shahr, Afghanistan M5.3 143 km
Apr 17, 2001 15 km S of Qarch? Gak, Afghanistan M5.1 146 km
Apr 4, 2001 Central Afghanistan M5.0 108 km
Nov 16, 1991 39 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M5.0 145 km
Feb 3, 2022 9 km S of Darz?b, Afghanistan M4.8 120 km
Nov 16, 1991 40 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.8 143 km
Nov 15, 1991 50 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.6 147 km
Sep 7, 2014 61 km SW of Andkh?y, Afghanistan M4.6 61 km
Apr 27, 2025 30 km SSW of Qarqīn, Afghanistan M4.4 72 km
Feb 6, 1996 26 km S of Darz?b, Afghanistan M4.3 137 km
May 8, 2014 28 km SW of Sar-e Pul, Afghanistan M4.3 118 km
Apr 30, 1993 21 km W of Darz?b, Afghanistan M4.2 105 km
Jun 22, 2017 7 km N of Darz?b, Afghanistan M4.2 104 km
Feb 6, 1996 20 km NW of Qal‘ah-ye Shahr, Afghanistan M4.2 143 km
Jan 29, 1996 29 km ESE of Maymana, Afghanistan M4.0 125 km
Feb 21, 1996 42 km WNW of Qal‘ah-ye Shahr, Afghanistan M4.0 145 km
Mar 6, 2005 23 km WNW of Sar-e Pul, Afghanistan M3.8 88 km
Jan 29, 1996 42 km SE of Maymana, Afghanistan M3.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
March 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
June 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
November 49°F (10°C) 0.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in

Andkhōy has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 36°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Andkhōy

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Education Center Andkhoi - - - -
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Train Stations in Andkhōy

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Andkhoy

Gas Stations in Andkhōy

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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AF #580139847
AF #5861314989
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AF #620374688
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Jamshidi Pump Station
قاسمی پطرول ستیشن

Banks in Andkhōy

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Azizi bank
Kabul Bank

Airports Near Andkhōy

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andkhoy Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
306 m (1,004 ft)

🇦🇫 About Afghanistan

Capital Kabul
Population 37,172,386
Area 647,500 km²
GDP (USD) $17,152,234,637
GDP per capita $414
HDI 0.462
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 17.7%
Urban population 25.5%
Currency AFN (Afghani)
Languages Dari, Pashto, Turkmen
Calling code +93
TLD .af
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Andkhōy

What is the population of Andkhōy?

Andkhōy has a population of 37,900 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 165 people per square mile, spread across 230.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Andkhōy?

Andkhōy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.3 inches.

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