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Boshkengash, Tajikistan

Dushanbe · Tajikistan

Boshkengash is a small city in Dushanbe, Tajikistan with a population of 23,696. Elevation: 2,477 ft (755 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

23,696 Population 16/sq mi density
2,477 ft Elevation 755 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone

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About Boshkengash

Boszkengasz – miejscowość w Tadżykistanie ; 24 tys. mieszkańców (2006). Ośrodek przemysłowy.

People

Population23,696
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation2,477 ft (755 m)
Population23,696
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation2,477 ft (755 m)
Coordinates38.4661°, 68.8053°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceDushanbe
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (563 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)

About Boshkengash

Boshkengash is a small city in Tajikistan (Dushanbe) with a population of 23,696. The city sits at an elevation of 2,477 feet (755 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.

Climate in Boshkengash

Boshkengash has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 748 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F -0.8° / 9.6° 82.9
Feb 5.2°C / 41°F -0.2° / 10.6° 108.9
Mar 11.5°C / 53°F 5.6° / 17.4° 117.4
Apr 16.2°C / 61°F 9.7° / 22.8° 153.8
May 20.4°C / 69°F 12.5° / 28.3° 84.4
Jun 25.2°C / 77°F 16.6° / 33.8° 24.8
Jul 27.6°C / 82°F 18.4° / 36.8° 1.5
Aug 26.2°C / 79°F 16.7° / 35.6° 0.2
Sep 21.8°C / 71°F 11.8° / 31.7° 6.2
Oct 15.9°C / 61°F 6.9° / 24.9° 28.4
Nov 10°C / 50°F 3.1° / 17° 63.8
Dec 5.6°C / 42°F -0.2° / 11.3° 75.6
Boshkengash enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,477 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above Tajikistan avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,477 ft (755 m)
Area1,495.8 sq mi (3,874.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates38.4661°N, 68.8053°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
42% below Tajikistan avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.57"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

332 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 2, 2025.

Mar 22, 2023 46 km NNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.8 139 km
May 12, 2012 44 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.7 136 km
Mar 29, 2018 11 km SE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.7 106 km
Jul 29, 2006 5 km NE of Qar?wul, Afghanistan M5.6 135 km
Apr 18, 1991 14 km ESE of Boshchorbogh, Tajikistan M5.5 122 km
Jul 5, 1990 18 km NW of Farkhor, Tajikistan M5.4 105 km
Jul 29, 2006 10 km SSE of Qar?wul, Afghanistan M5.4 149 km
Jun 22, 2007 12 km NNW of Im?m ???ib, Afghanistan M5.3 130 km
Nov 8, 1992 0 km SW of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 98 km
Jan 9, 2002 12 km SSE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 98 km
Dec 17, 1992 18 km SE of Orzu, Tajikistan M5.2 117 km
Aug 3, 2010 28 km ENE of Norak, Tajikistan M5.2 72 km
Nov 10, 2013 9 km SE of Boshkengash, Tajikistan M5.2 10 km
May 20, 2015 32 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.2 123 km
May 4, 1994 20 km S of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.1 140 km
Oct 30, 2000 8 km NNW of Yang? Qal‘ah, Afghanistan M5.1 123 km
Aug 8, 1993 41 km S of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.1 144 km
Oct 7, 2010 15 km NNW of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.1 149 km
May 10, 2009 18 km WSW of Denov, Uzbekistan M5.0 101 km
Oct 2, 1993 17 km WNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.0 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
May 66°F (19°C) 2.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in

Boshkengash has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 35°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Boshkengash

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shkola 15
Мактаби № 59
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Museums in Boshkengash

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Geological Museum of Tajikistan
Gurminj Zavkibekov Museum of Musical Instruments
Hisor Fortress Museum
Istiklol Monument
Mirzo Tursunzod Museum House
Museum Mirzo Tursunzoda
Museum of Ethnography
National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan
Tajikistan National Museum
Зоологический музей ИЗИПа
Музеи кишваршиносӣ
Музей музыкальной культуры им. З.Шахиди

Libraries in Boshkengash

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibloteka0.0
Bibloteka0.0
Central Library of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tajikistan0.0
Central Library of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Tajikistan0.0
Library name Mirsaid Mirshakar0.0
Library Palace0.0
National Library of Tajikistan0.0
Китобхона0.0
китобхона0.0
китобхона0.0

Farmers Markets in Boshkengash

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Amina
Amina
Dushanbe City
Dushanbe City
fruit market
fruit market
Gulho va tuhfaho
Gulho va tuhfaho
Guliston market
I
I
Karaoke Galaxy
Karaoke Galaxy
Korvon
Korvon
Kosim&Ko
Kosim&Ko
Mehrgon market (bazar)
Naima
Naima
Sherali
Sherali
Somon
Somon
Sultoni Kabir market
Voentorg
Voentorg
XADO
XADO
Yovar
Yovar
Yovar
Yovar
Yves Rocher
Yves Rocher
Базори Сафариён
Бозор
Бозори "Стансия"
Бозори "Хайр"
Бозори Балх
Бозори марказӣ
Бозори марказии ноҳияи Ёвон
Бозорчаи 32 мкрн
Бозорчаи 33 (мкрн)
Бозорчаи 46 мкрн
Бозорчаи ЖД Вокзал
Бозорчаи Мадад
Бозорчаи Яккачинор
Мехргон
Продуктовый базар
Рынок
Рынок
Рынок
Рынок ЁВАР
Саховат
Шому Саҳар

Restaurants in Boshkengash

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ошхона

Gas Stations in Boshkengash

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BIL OIL
TJ #294281655
Zapravka
Zapravka

Banks in Boshkengash

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Бонки Эсхата

Stadiums & Teams in Boshkengash

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Boshkengash

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Safed Dara 0.0 $0

Airports Near Boshkengash

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bokhtar International AirportKQTLarge Airport
Dushanbe International AirportDYULarge Airport
Gissar Air BaseMedium Airport
Danghara AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Boshkengash

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid
masjid
masjid
masjid qizilyulduz
Mechet
Масчид мечеть намоз намаз
Мечет

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dushanbe

🇹🇯 About Tajikistan

Capital Dushanbe
Population 9,100,837
Area 143,100 km²
GDP (USD) $12,244,169,293
GDP per capita $1,178
HDI 0.691
Life expectancy 71.8 years
Internet users 56.8%
Urban population 26.2%
Currency TJS (Somoni)
Languages Russian, Tajik
Calling code +992
TLD .tj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Boshkengash

What is the population of Boshkengash?

Boshkengash has a population of 23,696 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 1,495.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Boshkengash?

Boshkengash enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.

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