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Bala Murghab, Afghanistan
Badghis · Afghanistan
Bala Murghab is a small town in Badghis, Afghanistan with a population of 0. Elevation: 1,529 ft (466 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bala Murghab
Bala Murghab is a city in the Badghis Province, in Afghanistan, it's located on the Murghab River. It is the district center for the Bala Murghab District. Bala Murghab is the largest city of Badghis Province, while Bala Murghab District, with a population of 109,381, is also the most populous district of the province. Close to Bala Murghab lies the ruins of the medieval city Marw al-Rudh, the historical capital of the medieval region of Gharjistan. Throughout the War in Afghanistan, it was heavily contested by the Taliban and Afghan National Security Forces. The city was captured by the Taliban during the 2021 Taliban offensive.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.5841°, 63.3289° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Badghis |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.0 inches (254 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 16.3 inches (41 cm) |
About Bala Murghab
Bala Murghab is a small town in Afghanistan (Badghis) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 1,529 feet (466 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Area | 4,949.0 sq mi (12,817.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5841°N, 63.3289°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in |
Bala Murghab has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 30°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Bala Murghab
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Qala-i-Naw Airport | LQN | Small Airport |
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What is the weather like in Bala Murghab?
Bala Murghab enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow.