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Eslam Qaleh, Afghanistan

Herat · Afghanistan

Eslam Qaleh is a small city in Herat, Afghanistan with a population of 18,086. Elevation: 2,382 ft (726 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

18,086 Population 13/sq mi density
2,382 ft Elevation 726 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Eslam Qaleh

Eslam Qaleh

Islām Qala is a border town in the western Herat province of Afghanistan, near the Afghanistan–Iran border. It is the official port of entry by land from neighboring Taybad in Iran. The Dowqarun-Islam Qala border crossing is located about 10 km (6.2 mi) northwest of the town.

People

Population18,086
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation2,382 ft (726 m)
Population18,086
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation2,382 ft (726 m)
Coordinates34.6667°, 61.0667°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceHerat
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (256 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Eslam Qaleh

Eslam Qaleh is a small city in Afghanistan (Herat) with a population of 18,086. The city sits at an elevation of 2,382 feet (726 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Eslam Qaleh

Eslam Qaleh has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 355 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.6°C / 37°F -11.6° / 17.2° 34.5
Feb 5.9°C / 43°F -7.4° / 21.5° 45.4
Mar 11.2°C / 52°F -5° / 27.6° 99.3
Apr 16.7°C / 62°F 1.4° / 32.9° 58.8
May 21.3°C / 70°F 7.9° / 35.8° 23.7
Jun 27.1°C / 81°F 13.3° / 40.5° 0.7
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 18° / 41.5° 0.2
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 13.4° / 40.2° 0.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 8.3° / 36.6° 0.2
Oct 15.3°C / 59°F 2° / 30.9° 4.7
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F -5.4° / 26.1° 36.5
Dec 3.6°C / 38°F -8.4° / 17.8° 50.9
Eslam Qaleh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 85°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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,382 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above Afghanistan avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,382 ft (726 m)
Area1,387.3 sq mi (3,593.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates34.6667°N, 61.0667°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 2.36"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 29, 2025.

May 10, 1997 58 km E of Q?’en, Iran M7.3 149 km
Apr 5, 2017 61 km NNW of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M6.1 136 km
Nov 8, 1999 75 km NE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.5 119 km
Jan 2, 2020 81 km SW of T?yb?d, Iran M5.5 94 km
Nov 9, 1999 85 km NE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.4 126 km
May 10, 1997 71 km E of Q?’en, Iran M5.4 146 km
Jul 3, 2003 29 km NNE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.2 94 km
May 2, 2017 65 km N of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.1 137 km
Apr 5, 2017 63 km NNW of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.1 138 km
Jul 1, 2012 82 km WSW of T?yb?d, Iran M5.1 106 km
Dec 5, 1999 72 km NE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.0 113 km
Nov 9, 1999 74 km NE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M4.9 114 km
May 2, 2003 81 km S of Sarakhs, Iran M4.8 128 km
Apr 5, 2017 71 km NNW of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M4.8 146 km
May 1, 2025 43 km ESE of Torbat-e Ḩeydarīyeh, Iran M4.8 138 km
May 29, 1993 68 km ENE of Q?’en, Iran M4.7 135 km
Jul 14, 2004 8 km SE of Qarah B?gh, Afghanistan M4.6 76 km
Jun 20, 2025 35 km ESE of Qarah Bāgh, Afghanistan M4.6 96 km
Jul 21, 2004 26 km SW of Qarah B?gh, Afghanistan M4.5 48 km
Aug 23, 2021 16 km NNW of Zindah J?n, Afghanistan M4.5 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in
March 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
July 85°F (29°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.1 in

Eslam Qaleh has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 40°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Eslam Qaleh

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Naib Ghafoor Secondary school
Naib Ghafor Secondary School
Naib Ghafor Secondary School
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Churches & Religious Organizations in Eslam Qaleh

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Islam Qala Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
726 m (2,382 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 Eslam Qaleh

What is the population of Eslam Qaleh?

Eslam Qaleh has a population of 18,086 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,387.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Eslam Qaleh?

Eslam Qaleh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches.

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