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Bäherden, Turkmenistan

Ahal · Turkmenistan

Bäherden is a mid-size city in Ahal, Turkmenistan with a population of 37,588. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

37,588 Population 3,506/sq mi density
525 ft Elevation 160 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
8.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Bäherden

Bäherden, formerly Baharly (2003–2018), is a city and the seat of Bäherden District, Ahal Province, Turkmenistan. It lies on the northern rim of the Kopet Dag mountain range, south-east of the resort town of Arçman. In 2022, it had a population of 37,588 people.

People

Population37,588
Density3,506/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain8.9 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Population37,588
Population Density3,506 / sq mi
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates38.4362°, 57.4316°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceAhal
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Annual Precipitation8.9 inches (227 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bäherden

Bäherden is a mid-size city in Turkmenistan (Ahal) with a population of 37,588. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Bäherden

Bäherden has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 180 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 23.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 27.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.9
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 7.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.0
Bäherden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 320 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 8.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Geography

Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.8 km²)
Population Density3,506/sq mi
Coordinates38.4362°N, 57.4316°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.9"
76% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.34"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

108 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 1, 2025.

Feb 4, 1997 Turkmenistan-Iran border region M6.5 87 km
Aug 22, 2000 35 km S of Baharly, Turkmenistan M5.9 36 km
May 13, 2017 34 km NNW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.6 77 km
Feb 4, 1997 10 km NNW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.5 98 km
May 17, 2021 57 km WSW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.4 138 km
Aug 4, 1998 15 km SSW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.3 123 km
May 16, 2021 55 km WSW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.3 140 km
Feb 5, 1997 29 km NE of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.2 91 km
Sep 19, 2000 15 km SSE of Baharly, Turkmenistan M5.2 16 km
Aug 11, 2010 45 km NW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.0 80 km
Aug 30, 2015 26 km E of Esfar?yen, Iran M4.9 150 km
Feb 4, 1997 33 km N of Bojn?rd, Iran M4.9 75 km
Jul 23, 2010 39 km NW of Bojn?rd, Iran M4.9 88 km
Oct 21, 1994 46 km WSW of Baharly, Turkmenistan M4.9 46 km
Oct 6, 1992 65 km SSE of Serdar, Turkmenistan M4.8 80 km
May 24, 2016 24 km NE of Bojn?rd, Iran M4.8 94 km
Apr 14, 1990 74 km ENE of Kal?leh, Iran M4.8 134 km
Feb 13, 2014 43 km S of Serdar, Turkmenistan M4.8 106 km
Sep 22, 2024 34 km N of Bojnūrd, Iran M4.8 73 km
Feb 29, 2008 16 km WNW of Baharly, Turkmenistan M4.7 17 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.1 in
March 49°F (10°C) 1.3 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 1.0 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.3 in
July 89°F (32°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 85°F (30°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
November 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.0 in

Bäherden has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 37°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.3") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Bäherden

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secondary School No. 27 - - - -
Secondary School No. 29 - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Bäherden

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bäherden Bazary

Cafes in Bäherden

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lezzet Kafe

Theatres in Bäherden

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baherden House of Culture

Clinics in Bäherden

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Durun Saglyk Merkezi

Train Stations in Bäherden

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baherden
Rzd. No 100
Rzd. No 97

Gas Stations in Bäherden

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station 74 Baherden M37 Westbound

Airports Near Bäherden

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gokdepe Airport-Small Airport
Yarajy Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bäherden

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mahmut Işan Metjidi
Seyit Ybraym Mosque
Seýit Ybrayym
Zengi Baba Mausoleum

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 Bäherden

What is the population of Bäherden?

Bäherden has a population of 37,588 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 3,506 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bäherden?

Bäherden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.9 inches.

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