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Ghazni, Afghanistan

Ghazni · Afghanistan

Ghazni is a large city in Ghazni, Afghanistan with a population of 141,000. Elevation: 7,149 ft (2,179 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

141,000 Population 531/sq mi density
7,149 ft Elevation 2,179 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
8.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Ghazni

Ghazni

Ghazni, historically known as Ghaznayn or Ghazna, also transliterated as Ghuznee, and anciently known as Alexandria in Opiana, is a city in southeastern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Ghazni Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Ghazni District and has an estimated population of 205,965 people. Mawlawi Muhammad Nabi Hamzah is the current mayor of the city.

People

Population141,000
Density531/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain8.3 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation7,149 ft (2,179 m)
Population141,000
Population Density531 / sq mi
Elevation7,149 ft (2,179 m)
Coordinates33.5539°, 68.4210°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceGhazni
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation8.3 inches (211 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)

About Ghazni

Ghazni is a large city in Afghanistan (Ghazni) with a population of 141,000. The city sits at an elevation of 7,149 feet (2,179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Ghazni

Ghazni has an average annual temperature of 7.7°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 800 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5.4°C / 22°F -18.5° / 6.9° 55.4
Feb -2.9°C / 27°F -16.3° / 10.5° 52.8
Mar 2.2°C / 36°F -11.5° / 15.6° 124.0
Apr 7.6°C / 46°F -4.1° / 20.1° 141.6
May 11.8°C / 53°F -1.2° / 23.5° 148.1
Jun 16.3°C / 61°F 2.2° / 28.9° 23.0
Jul 19.7°C / 67°F 7.7° / 31.4° 57.8
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 7° / 30.5° 60.3
Sep 15.3°C / 59°F 2.9° / 27.8° 42.0
Oct 8.7°C / 48°F -2.7° / 22.7° 33.6
Nov 2.6°C / 37°F -7.5° / 16° 40.3
Dec -1.9°C / 29°F -12.4° / 10.6° 21.6
Ghazni has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 321 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 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7,149 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below Afghanistan avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,149 ft (2,179 m)
Area265.4 sq mi (687.5 km²)
Population Density531/sq mi
Coordinates33.5539°N, 68.4210°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.3"
78% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 5.1"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.61"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

75 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.2 on May 19, 2025.

Jun 21, 2022 55 km SW of Kh?st, Afghanistan M6.0 114 km
Feb 11, 1999 27 km WNW of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M6.0 117 km
Apr 19, 1990 19 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.3 133 km
Jul 18, 2004 33 km SE of Gardez, Afghanistan M5.2 103 km
Jul 18, 2022 50 km SW of Kh?st, Afghanistan M5.2 113 km
Apr 2, 1990 40 km W of Sharan, Afghanistan M5.1 42 km
Nov 17, 1992 82 km WNW of Ghazni, Afghanistan M5.1 82 km
May 28, 1997 7 km SW of B?my?n, Afghanistan M4.9 148 km
Jun 25, 1997 15 km E of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.9 139 km
Sep 25, 2011 26 km ESE of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.8 137 km
May 8, 2018 19 km NE of Zargh?n Shahr, Afghanistan M4.8 66 km
Aug 7, 2005 40 km S of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M4.7 116 km
Aug 22, 1992 57 km SE of Zargh?n Shahr, Afghanistan M4.7 124 km
Apr 27, 1990 7 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M4.7 131 km
Jul 12, 2006 26 km ESE of Pul-e ‘Alam, Afghanistan M4.7 92 km
Sep 13, 2010 27 km WSW of Miran Shah, Pakistan M4.7 144 km
May 28, 2018 17 km NE of Zargh?n Shahr, Afghanistan M4.6 66 km
Aug 22, 2022 47 km SW of Kh?st, Afghanistan M4.6 114 km
Jun 21, 2022 52 km W of Miran Shah, Pakistan M4.5 119 km
Jun 4, 2011 19 km ESE of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in
March 35°F (2°C) 1.6 in Wettest
April 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
May 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in
July 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 0.0 in Driest
October 47°F (8°C) 0.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 0.5 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in

Ghazni has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 15°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.6") and September the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Ghazni

Institution Type Founded Website
Muslim University Ghazni University Visit →

Farmers Markets in Ghazni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
بځاځی
کلاه سبز

Hotels in Ghazni

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sitara

Castles in Ghazni

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citadel of Ghazni

Gas Stations in Ghazni

25 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Ghazni

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Forward Operating Base Arian AirfieldSmall Airport
Ghazni AirportGZISmall Airport
Kutub Khel AirportSmall Airport
Logar AirportSmall Airport
Mohammad Agha Wuluswali AirportSmall Airport
Muqur AirportSmall Airport
Sardeh Band AirportSBFSmall Airport
Shank Air BaseOAASmall Airport
Sharana AirstripOASSmall Airport
Urgun AirportURNSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul

Around Ghazni

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 11
Hospitals 1
Restaurants 2
Hotels 1
Parks 1
Places of Worship 5

Things to See Near Ghazni

1 places within 15 km

🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Palace of Sultan Mas'ud III

🇦🇫 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 Ghazni

What is the population of Ghazni?

Ghazni has a population of 141,000 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 531 people per square mile, spread across 265.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ghazni?

Ghazni has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow.

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