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Baraki Barak, Afghanistan

Logar · Afghanistan

Baraki Barak is a small city in Logar, Afghanistan with a population of 22,305. Elevation: 6,365 ft (1,940 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

22,305 Population 192/sq mi density
6,365 ft Elevation 1,940 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
10.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Baraki Barak

Barakī Barak is a town and the center of Baraki Barak District, Logar Province, Afghanistan. It was also the former capital of Logar Province. The town is in a mountainous area in the valley of the Logar River. The main road Ghazni-Kabul passes about 20 km to the West of the town. The town is named after the historical Ormur tribe, also locally known as Baraki.

People

Population22,305
Density192/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation6,365 ft (1,940 m)
Population22,305
Population Density192 / sq mi
Elevation6,365 ft (1,940 m)
Coordinates33.9674°, 68.9492°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceLogar
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation10.0 inches (254 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)

About Baraki Barak

Baraki Barak is a small city in Afghanistan (Logar) with a population of 22,305. The city sits at an elevation of 6,365 feet (1,940 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Baraki Barak

Baraki Barak has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 722 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.9°C / 25°F -19.5° / 7.7° 58.7
Feb -0.8°C / 31°F -16.1° / 12.4° 54.6
Mar 4.2°C / 39°F -9.7° / 17.7° 111.6
Apr 9.6°C / 49°F -3.6° / 22° 118.5
May 13.6°C / 56°F -0.5° / 25.4° 124.0
Jun 17.6°C / 64°F 2.9° / 30.4° 19.1
Jul 20.9°C / 70°F 8.5° / 33.2° 48.8
Aug 19.9°C / 68°F 7.8° / 32.4° 48.4
Sep 17°C / 63°F 3.5° / 29.8° 51.0
Oct 10.7°C / 51°F -1.6° / 24.2° 28.0
Nov 4.6°C / 40°F -7.3° / 17.8° 41.5
Dec 0.2°C / 32°F -11.2° / 12.1° 18.0
Baraki Barak experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 318 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 10.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,365 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below Afghanistan avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,365 ft (1,940 m)
Area116.1 sq mi (300.7 km²)
Population Density192/sq mi
Coordinates33.9674°N, 68.9492°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.0"
74% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.17"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

123 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 2, 2025.

Feb 11, 1999 27 km WNW of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M6.0 50 km
Jun 21, 2022 55 km SW of Kh?st, Afghanistan M6.0 116 km
Apr 24, 2013 16 km S of Mehtar L?m, Afghanistan M5.5 132 km
Apr 19, 1990 19 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.3 73 km
Jul 18, 2004 33 km SE of Gardez, Afghanistan M5.2 80 km
Apr 16, 2009 39 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.2 107 km
Jul 18, 2022 50 km SW of Kh?st, Afghanistan M5.2 112 km
Apr 16, 2009 38 km ESE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 103 km
Nov 17, 1992 82 km WNW of Ghazni, Afghanistan M5.1 129 km
Jun 24, 2021 10 km SW of Charikar, Afghanistan M5.1 110 km
Oct 30, 2009 34 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 101 km
Apr 2, 1990 40 km W of Sharan, Afghanistan M5.1 105 km
Jun 1, 2001 14 km ENE of Jabal os Saraj, Afghanistan M5.0 140 km
May 28, 1997 7 km SW of B?my?n, Afghanistan M4.9 140 km
Feb 24, 1993 9 km E of Tag?b, Afghanistan M4.9 122 km
Jun 25, 1997 15 km E of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.9 73 km
May 18, 2012 37 km N of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M4.8 86 km
May 8, 2018 19 km NE of Zargh?n Shahr, Afghanistan M4.8 116 km
Apr 12, 2010 35 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M4.8 102 km
Sep 25, 2011 26 km ESE of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.8 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 52°F (11°C) 0.3 in
November 40°F (5°C) 0.5 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.8 in

Baraki Barak has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 18°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.2") and September the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Baraki Barak

Institution Type Founded Website
Logar University University

Farmers Markets in Baraki Barak

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
دلوګرداطلاعاتو اوفرهنګ ریاست
زرعت ولسوالی محمدآِغه
سیدآباد عالی لیسه
شاروالی تالار

Stadiums & Teams in Baraki Barak

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Baraki Barak

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kabul International AirportKBLLarge Airport
Forward Operating Base Arian AirfieldSmall Airport
Gardez AirportGRGSmall Airport
Ghazni AirportGZISmall Airport
Kutub Khel AirportSmall Airport
Logar AirportSmall Airport
Mohammad Agha Wuluswali AirportSmall Airport
Sardeh Band AirportSBFSmall Airport
Shank Air BaseOAASmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
1,940 m (6,365 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 Baraki Barak

What is the population of Baraki Barak?

Baraki Barak has a population of 22,305 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 192 people per square mile, spread across 116.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Baraki Barak?

Baraki Barak has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.0 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

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