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Chīras, Afghanistan
Sar-e Pol Province · Afghanistan
Chīras is a small city in Sar-e Pol Province, Afghanistan with a population of 12,779. Elevation: 8,829 ft (2,691 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chīras
Chiras is a major village and valley in Sar-e Pol Province, in northern Afghanistan. It was formerly in Jowzjan Province. The village lies north of Jawak, west of Zabrak and southeast of Khami Deh. The people of Chiras are said to be Murghabi Tajiks.
The main occupation is agriculture, with most of the fertile lands lying to the west of the village and a narrow strip to the south.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,779 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,829 ft (2,691 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.4167°, 65.9823° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Sar-e Pol Province |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.4 inches (391 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.3 inches (31 cm) |
About Chīras
Chīras is a small city in Afghanistan (Sar-e Pol Province) with a population of 12,779. The city sits at an elevation of 8,829 feet (2,691 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 10°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Chīras
Chīras has an average annual temperature of 5.6°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-6°C). Average annual precipitation is 238 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 34.1°F |
| 37% below Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,829 ft (2,691 m) |
| Area | 2,918.9 sq mi (7,559.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4167°N, 65.9823°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°F (-12°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 12°F (-11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.3 in |
Chīras has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 10°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.0").
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chīras
What is the population of Chīras?
Chīras has a population of 12,779 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,918.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chīras?
Chīras has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.4 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.