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Arghestān, Afghanistan
Kandahar · Afghanistan
Arghestān is a small town in Kandahar, Afghanistan with a population of 894. Elevation: 4,144 ft (1,263 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Arghestān
The village of Arghistan is the headquarters of Arghistan District in Kandahar Province of Afghanistan. It is located in the valley of Arghistan, near the Arghistan River, on 31.5667°N 66.5000°E at 1254 m altitude.
People
Climate
| Population | 894 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,144 ft (1,263 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.5598°, 66.4893° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Kandahar |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.5 inches (241 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arghestān
Arghestān is a small town in Afghanistan (Kandahar) with a population of 894. The city sits at an elevation of 4,144 feet (1,263 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,144 ft (1,263 m) |
| Area | 269.8 sq mi (698.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5598°N, 66.4893°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 87°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 1.2 in |
Arghestān has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Arghestān
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Shah Baba International Airport | KDH | Large Airport |
| Qalat Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Arghestān?
Arghestān has a population of 894 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 269.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arghestān?
Arghestān enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.5 inches.