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Farap, Turkmenistan

Lebap · Turkmenistan

Farap is a small city in Lebap, Turkmenistan with a population of 14,503. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,503 Population 5,801/sq mi density
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
5.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Farap

Farap

Farap, also known as Farab, or Firabr, is a city in Çärjew District, Lebap Province, Turkmenistan.

People

Population14,503
Density5,801/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Population14,503
Population Density5,801 / sq mi
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates39.1704°, 63.6117°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceLebap
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation5.0 inches (128 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)

About Farap

Farap is a small city in Turkmenistan (Lebap) with a population of 14,503. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Farap

Farap has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (29°C), the coldest is Jan (3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 126 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.2°C / 38°F -1.7° / 8° 17.8
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F -0.1° / 10.8° 20.5
Mar 11.6°C / 53°F 5.4° / 17.8° 23.6
Apr 18.2°C / 65°F 11.3° / 25° 17.6
May 23.4°C / 74°F 16° / 30.8° 14.2
Jun 27.8°C / 82°F 20° / 35.5° 1.2
Jul 29°C / 84°F 21.1° / 36.8° 0.5
Aug 27°C / 81°F 18.8° / 35.2° 0.4
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 12.8° / 30.2° 0.7
Oct 15.3°C / 60°F 7.2° / 23.4° 2.6
Nov 8.8°C / 48°F 2.6° / 15.1° 12.4
Dec 3.8°C / 39°F -1° / 8.7° 14.5
Farap enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 327 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 5.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density5,801/sq mi
Coordinates39.1704°N, 63.6117°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.0"
87% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.98"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 14, 2025.

May 25, 1994 29 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M5.2 125 km
Jul 24, 2005 28 km WSW of Bukhara, Uzbekistan M5.1 72 km
Oct 27, 1991 35 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M5.0 124 km
Mar 21, 2014 34 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.8 132 km
Sep 15, 2012 31 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 139 km
Mar 7, 2006 31 km NE of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 133 km
Aug 25, 1990 26 km W of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 116 km
May 29, 2019 39 km NNE of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 144 km
Mar 4, 2024 54 km SSW of Muborak, Uzbekistan M4.6 117 km
Jun 21, 1990 26 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.5 133 km
Jul 14, 2025 42 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.5 147 km
Aug 25, 1990 29 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 122 km
Jun 25, 1991 29 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 121 km
Jan 23, 2025 29 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 129 km
May 8, 2004 20 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 127 km
Aug 26, 2002 43 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 148 km
Feb 26, 1990 32 km NE of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 128 km
Sep 30, 1990 47 km NNW of Seydi, Turkmenistan M4.4 111 km
Nov 19, 1997 26 km N of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.3 134 km
Sep 20, 2001 26 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.3 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 0.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 1.0 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
June 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 58°F (14°C) 0.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
December 38°F (3°C) 0.7 in

Farap has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 34°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.0") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Farap

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sports School No. 2 - - - -
Secondary School No. 20 - - - -
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Museums in Farap

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Harby Muzey
Lebap Province Regional and History Museum
Turkmenabat s. Muzeyi
Краеведческий музей

Libraries in Farap

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lebap Province Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Farap

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Azyk Bazary № 2
Bahar Market
Bazaar No. 5
Bazar
Bazar
Construction Materials Bazaar
Construction Materials Bazaar No. 5
Dayhan bazar
Gök Bazar
Gurluşyk Harytlar Bazary
Himik Bazary
Lebap Province General Bazaar
Lomaý Söwda Toplumy
Mekan Market
Miras Bazary
Olot local market
Optowyý Bazary
Owgan Bazary

Cafes in Farap

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe
Cafe
Cafe
Kafe Dostluk

Train Stations in Farap

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Farap
Rzd. No 48

Gas Stations in Farap

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station 120
Gas Station 141 Magtymguly obasy
Gas Station 229 Farap

Breweries in Farap

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Pivo Zawody

Stadiums & Teams in Farap

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Farap

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Türkmenabat International AirportCRZLarge Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat
Elevation
191 m (627 ft)

🇹🇲 About Turkmenistan

Capital Ashgabat
Population 5,850,908
Area 488,100 km²
GDP (USD) $45,894,538,666
GDP per capita $6,232
HDI 0.764
Life expectancy 70.1 years
Internet users 21.3%
Urban population 47.1%
Currency TMT (Manat)
Languages Russian, Turkmen
Calling code +993
TLD .tm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Farap

What is the population of Farap?

Farap has a population of 14,503 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 5,801 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Farap?

Farap enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.0 inches.

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