Gowurdak, Turkmenistan

Lebap · Turkmenistan

Gowurdak is a mid-size city in Lebap, Turkmenistan with a population of 64,845. Elevation: 1,411 ft (430 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

64,845 Population 16,091/sq mi density
1,411 ft Elevation 430 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
7.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Gowurdak

Magdanly, formerly known as Gowurdak or Gaurdak, is a city in Köýtendag District, Lebap Province, Turkmenistan. In 2022, it had a population of 44,508 people.

People

Population64,845
Density16,091/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain7.9 in/yr
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Population64,845
Population Density16,091 / sq mi
Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Coordinates37.8124°, 66.0466°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceLebap
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation7.9 inches (200 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gowurdak

Gowurdak is a mid-size city in Turkmenistan (Lebap) with a population of 64,845. The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet (430 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Gowurdak

Gowurdak has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 11.6° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 12.8° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 21.5° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 27° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 33.3° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 38.7° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 40° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 38.3° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 33.2° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 26° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 17.5° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 11.9° 0.0
Gowurdak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,411 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 89°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)

Geography

Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density16,091/sq mi
Coordinates37.8124°N, 66.0466°E
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.9"
79% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.93"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 27, 2025.

May 1, 1994 Central Afghanistan M6.1 141 km
Apr 20, 2000 17 km E of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.3 96 km
May 12, 2022 24 km SW of Boysun, Uzbekistan M5.3 87 km
Jan 18, 2001 7 km ESE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.3 91 km
Apr 17, 2001 15 km S of Qarch? Gak, Afghanistan M5.1 120 km
Dec 25, 1999 12 km ENE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.0 100 km
Apr 4, 2001 Central Afghanistan M5.0 141 km
Oct 31, 1999 18 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.0 106 km
Nov 16, 1991 39 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M5.0 40 km
Apr 21, 2012 24 km NNE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.8 116 km
Nov 16, 1991 40 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.8 41 km
Nov 15, 1991 50 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.6 50 km
Apr 29, 2014 32 km SSE of Shahrisabz, Uzbekistan M4.5 137 km
Nov 21, 1992 46 km ENE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.5 47 km
Jun 7, 2000 15 km SE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 83 km
Apr 20, 2000 11 km E of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 94 km
Apr 27, 2025 30 km SSW of Qarqīn, Afghanistan M4.4 73 km
Jun 9, 2000 24 km SE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 85 km
Feb 5, 1993 46 km SSE of Shahrisabz, Uzbekistan M4.4 136 km
Aug 31, 2004 48 km E of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.3 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Wettest
April 65°F (19°C) 1.2 in
May 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
June 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in
July 89°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
October 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.5 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in

Gowurdak has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 40°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.0").

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Train Stations in Gowurdak

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kazarma
станция

Gas Stations in Gowurdak

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station Magdanly

Airports Near Gowurdak

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gaurdak Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat

🇹🇲 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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What is the population of Gowurdak?

Gowurdak has a population of 64,845 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 16,091 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gowurdak?

Gowurdak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 7.9 inches.

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