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Farah, Afghanistan
Farah · Afghanistan
Farah is a mid-size city in Farah, Afghanistan with a population of 43,561. Elevation: 2,172 ft (662 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Farah
Alexandria Prophthasia, also known as Alexandria in Drangiana, was one of the seventy-plus cities founded or renamed by Alexander the Great. The town was founded during an intermediate stop between Herat, in what is now Afghanistan, the location of another of Alexander's fortresses, and Kandahar.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,561 |
| Population Density | 162 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,172 ft (662 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3745°, 62.1164° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Farah |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Farah
Farah is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Farah) with a population of 43,561. The city sits at an elevation of 2,172 feet (662 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 94°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Farah
Farah has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jul (35.5°C), the coldest is Jan (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 126 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.9°F |
| 28% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,172 ft (662 m) |
| Area | 269.0 sq mi (696.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3745°N, 62.1164°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 94°F (34°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in |
Farah has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 44°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.9") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Farah
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markazi jomat | - | - | - | - |
| Gharjestan univercity | - | - | - | - |
Monuments in Farah
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Farah
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Farah Airport | FAH | Small Airport |
| Tapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Farah
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| قریه سنگ زور |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Farah
What is the population of Farah?
Farah has a population of 43,561 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 162 people per square mile, spread across 269.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Farah?
Farah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.1 inches.