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Bāmyān, Afghanistan
Bamyan · Afghanistan
Bāmyān is a mid-size city in Bamyan, Afghanistan with a population of 61,863. Elevation: 8,366 ft (2,550 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bāmyān
Bamyan, also spelled as Bamiyan or Bamian, is a city in central Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Bamyan Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Bamyan District and has an estimated population of 103,909 people. This makes Bamyan the largest municipality in Hazarajat. The Bamyan Airport is located in the middle of the city. It is surrounded by houses, businesses, schools and public parks. The Bamyan University is also near there. Band-e-Amir National Park is located around 2-hour drive to the west from the city's center. The driving distance between Bamyan and Kabul is approximately 180 km (110 mi). There is another road from Bamyan that leads east to Bagram in Parwan Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 61,863 |
| Population Density | 4,579 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,366 ft (2,550 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.8216°, 67.8273° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Bamyan |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (382 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.4 inches (21 cm) |
About Bāmyān
Bāmyān is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Bamyan) with a population of 61,863. The city sits at an elevation of 8,366 feet (2,550 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 11°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Bāmyān
Bāmyān has an average annual temperature of 3.3°C (38°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 444 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 35.6°F |
| 34% below Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,366 ft (2,550 m) |
| Area | 13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,579/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8216°N, 67.8273°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 14°F (-10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 37°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 1.2 in |
Bāmyān has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 11°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.6") and August the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Bāmyān
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Facultie of Bamyan University | University | - | , |
| Bamyan University | University | - | , |
Schools in Bāmyān
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamyan University new Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Sayed Abad Girls High School (Shuhada.Org) | - | - | - | - |
| Kart-e-Sulh High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bamica High school | - | - | - | - |
| مکتب لیسه نسوان | - | - | - | - |
| Aayenda Learning Center | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bāmyān
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Bāmyān
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imam Hassan Mujtaba Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bāmyān
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bāmyān
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bāmyān
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bāmyān
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bāmyān
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bamyan Airport | BIN | Small Airport |
| Shebartu Landing Zone Airport | - | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bāmyān
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhas of Bamiyan | ||
| Cultural Landscape and Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley | Cultural | 2003 |
Quick Facts
Around Bāmyān
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Bāmyān
4 places within 15 km
- • Remains Bamyan Valley
- • Kalai Ghamai Caves
- • Qoul-I Akram Caves
- • Cave monastery 6 AD
🇦🇫 About Afghanistan
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bāmyān
Frequently Asked Questions About Bāmyān
What is the population of Bāmyān?
Bāmyān has a population of 61,863 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 4,579 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bāmyān?
Bāmyān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.