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Hojambaz, Turkmenistan

Lebap · Turkmenistan

Hojambaz is a small city in Lebap, Turkmenistan with a population of 21,454. Elevation: 768 ft (234 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

21,454 Population 4,978/sq mi density
768 ft Elevation 234 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
6.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Hojambaz

Hojambaz

Hojambaz or Hodzhambas is a city and capital of Hojambaz District in Lebap Province, Turkmenistan.

People

Population21,454
Density4,978/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain6.1 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Population21,454
Population Density4,978 / sq mi
Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Coordinates38.1164°, 65.0035°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceLebap
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation6.1 inches (156 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hojambaz

Hojambaz is a small city in Turkmenistan (Lebap) with a population of 21,454. The city sits at an elevation of 768 feet (234 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Hojambaz

Hojambaz has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (33.8°C), the coldest is Jan (3.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 160 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.6°C / 38°F -7.4° / 18.5° 22.7
Feb 7°C / 45°F -6.2° / 23.8° 29.2
Mar 13°C / 55°F -1.9° / 28.6° 28.7
Apr 19.7°C / 67°F 4.5° / 36.5° 29.9
May 25.4°C / 78°F 11.7° / 40° 17.3
Jun 31.3°C / 88°F 17.7° / 44.1° 1.3
Jul 33.8°C / 93°F 20.9° / 45.8° 0.4
Aug 30.3°C / 87°F 17.1° / 43.1° 0.3
Sep 24.1°C / 75°F 11.8° / 38.5° 0.6
Oct 16.3°C / 61°F 4° / 30.7° 3.9
Nov 9.2°C / 49°F -3.5° / 26.1° 16.4
Dec 4°C / 39°F -6.1° / 18.8° 9.7
Hojambaz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 325 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 6.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 768 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density4,978/sq mi
Coordinates38.1164°N, 65.0035°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.1"
84% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.46"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 27, 2025.

Jan 18, 2001 7 km ESE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.3 128 km
Apr 20, 2000 17 km E of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.3 137 km
Nov 16, 1991 39 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M5.0 137 km
Oct 31, 1999 18 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.0 140 km
Dec 25, 1999 12 km ENE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.0 135 km
Nov 16, 1991 40 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.8 138 km
Apr 21, 2012 24 km NNE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.8 140 km
Mar 4, 2024 54 km SSW of Muborak, Uzbekistan M4.6 78 km
Nov 15, 1991 50 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.6 148 km
Nov 21, 1992 46 km ENE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.5 136 km
Apr 20, 2000 11 km E of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 132 km
Jun 7, 2000 15 km SE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 127 km
Apr 27, 2025 30 km SSW of Qarqīn, Afghanistan M4.4 131 km
Jun 9, 2000 24 km SE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 136 km
Aug 31, 2004 48 km E of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.3 143 km
Apr 24, 2000 9 km ENE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.1 131 km
May 31, 1993 47 km E of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.1 144 km
Apr 21, 2000 12 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.0 134 km
May 8, 1993 54 km NE of Saýat, Turkmenistan M4.0 125 km
Aug 21, 2002 19 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M3.8 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 1.0 in
March 51°F (11°C) 1.5 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 60°F (15°C) 0.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 0.4 in
December 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in

Hojambaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.5") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Hojambaz

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
A. Shirov Secondary School No. 8
Secondary School No. 1
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Farmers Markets in Hojambaz

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Çohpetde bazary
Halaç Bazary

Cafes in Hojambaz

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Naharhana No. 1

Monuments in Hojambaz

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Çohpetde Öwliÿasy
Nyýazow

Clinics in Hojambaz

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mashpaya Village Clinic

Bus Stations in Hojambaz

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hojambaz Bus Station

Gas Stations in Hojambaz

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station 25 Hojambaz

Airports Near Hojambaz

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerki AirportKEASmall Airport
Nishan AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat
Elevation
234 m (768 ft)
Postal Code
746150

🇹🇲 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 Hojambaz

What is the population of Hojambaz?

Hojambaz has a population of 21,454 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 4,978 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hojambaz?

Hojambaz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.1 inches.

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