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Herāt, Afghanistan
Herat · Afghanistan
Herāt is a major city in Herat, Afghanistan with a population of 574,300. Elevation: 3,041 ft (927 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Herāt
Herat, also written as Harat or Hirat, and historically known as Haraiva, Horeiva and Hires, is a city in western Afghanistan, serving as the capital and largest city of Herat Province. It has long been the third-largest city of Afghanistan. The city is within the jurisdiction of Herat District and has an estimated population of 673,273 settled residents. Mullah Nematullah Hassan is the current mayor of the city. His predecessor was Haji Abdulraziq Rashed.
People
Climate
| Population | 574,300 |
| Population Density | 10,402 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,041 ft (927 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.3482°, 62.1997° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Herat |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.1 inches (281 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
About Herāt
Herāt is a major city in Afghanistan (Herat) with a population of 574,300. The city sits at an elevation of 3,041 feet (927 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Herāt
Herāt 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 260 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,041 ft (927 m) |
| Area | 55.2 sq mi (143.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,402/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3482°N, 62.1997°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in |
Herāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 35°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.4") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Herāt
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herat Technical Institute | University | - | , |
| Herat University | University | 1988 | Visit → |
| School of Veterinary Medicine | College | - | , |
| دانشگاه جامی | University | - | , |
| دانشگاه غالب | University | - | , |
Schools in Herāt
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghaibathan High School: Building 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Ghaibathan High School: Building 2 | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه انقلاب اسلامی | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان خواجه عبدالله انصاری | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه سلطان غیاث الدین غوری | - | - | - | - |
| Goharshad High School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه اخلاص | - | - | - | - |
| Ghaibathan High School/Herat | - | - | - | - |
| Mehri High School | - | - | - | - |
| Mehri High School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه انقلاب اسلامی | - | - | - | - |
| ARBAB SAYED AHMAD School | - | - | - | - |
| دبیرستان خواجه عبدالله انصاری | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه سلطان غیاث الدین غوری | - | - | - | - |
| Goharshad High School | - | - | - | - |
| مدرسه اخلاص | - | - | - | - |
| Ghaibathan High School/Herat | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Herāt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herat National Museum | ||||
| موزه جنگ |
Libraries in Herāt
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کتابخانه عامه | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه عامه | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Herāt
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahabi Market |
Hotels in Herāt
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Herāt
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Herāt
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Herāt
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Herāt
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Herāt
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Herāt
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Herāt
15 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Herāt
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Herāt
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Herāt
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport | HEA | Large Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Herāt
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fakhrul Madarisi Sharif | |
| Great Mosque of Herat | |
| Great Mosque of Herat | |
| Masjid Jamia Park | |
| Paye Hissar Mosque | |
| Shrine of Khwaja Abd Allah | |
| Sultan Agha Mausoleum | |
| Tomb of Molana Abdul Rahman Jami | |
| Tomb of Molana Vaeez Kashefi | |
| مسجد جامع میرزا اسحاق | |
| مسجد خلفای راشدین | |
| مسجد محمدیه | |
| مقبره گوهرشاد بیگم |
Quick Facts
Around Herāt
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇦🇫 About Afghanistan
Frequently Asked Questions About Herāt
What is the population of Herāt?
Herāt has a population of 574,300 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 10,402 people per square mile, spread across 55.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Herāt?
Herāt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.