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Gereshk, Afghanistan
Helmand · Afghanistan
Gereshk is a mid-size city in Helmand, Afghanistan with a population of 43,588. Elevation: 2,723 ft (830 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Gereshk
Grishk is a city in the southern Helmand Province of Afghanistan. It is within the jurisdiction of Grishk District and has an estimated population of 146,506 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 43,588 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,723 ft (830 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.8209°, 64.5701° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Helmand |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.1 inches (130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gereshk
Gereshk is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Helmand) with a population of 43,588. The city sits at an elevation of 2,723 feet (830 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Gereshk
Gereshk has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.1°C), the coldest is Jan (6°C). Average annual precipitation is 347 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,723 ft (830 m) |
| Area | 711.9 sq mi (1,843.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8209°N, 64.5701°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in |
Gereshk has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 42°F in January to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.3") and June the driest (0.0").
Gas Stations in Gereshk
11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gereshk
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bost Airport | BST | Small Airport |
| Camp Shorabak Airfield | OAZ | Small Airport |
| Dwyer Airport | DWR | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Gereshk?
Gereshk has a population of 43,588 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 711.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gereshk?
Gereshk enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.1 inches.