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Istālif, Afghanistan

Kabul · Afghanistan

Istālif is a mid-size city in Kabul, Afghanistan with a population of 41,413. Elevation: 6,204 ft (1,891 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

41,413 Population 769/sq mi density
6,204 ft Elevation 1,891 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
14.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Istālif

Istālif

Istālif is a historic village in Kabul Province, Afghanistan, located in the Koh Daman area north of Kabul overlooking the Shomali Plain. The settlement is known for its long tradition of pottery production and for its orchards and vineyards.

People

Population41,413
Density769/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation6,204 ft (1,891 m)
Population41,413
Population Density769 / sq mi
Elevation6,204 ft (1,891 m)
Coordinates34.8327°, 69.0776°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceKabul
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation14.3 inches (363 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.5 inches (14 cm)

About Istālif

Istālif is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Kabul) with a population of 41,413. The city sits at an elevation of 6,204 feet (1,891 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Istālif

Istālif 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 284 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 77.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 6.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.9
Istālif experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,204 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below Afghanistan avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,204 ft (1,891 m)
Area53.9 sq mi (139.5 km²)
Population Density769/sq mi
Coordinates34.8327°N, 69.0776°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.3"
62% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 5.5"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.31"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

344 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 13, 2025.

Mar 25, 2002 16 km E of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M6.1 138 km
Feb 11, 1999 27 km WNW of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M6.0 69 km
Apr 12, 2002 28 km ESE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.9 129 km
Oct 25, 1990 51 km SW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M5.8 132 km
Jun 11, 2012 20 km ESE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.7 135 km
Mar 27, 2002 19 km ESE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.6 134 km
Apr 24, 2013 16 km S of Mehtar L?m, Afghanistan M5.5 110 km
Jun 11, 2012 24 km E of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.4 137 km
Jan 18, 2005 63 km SW of ?uk?mat? Dahanah-ye Gh?r?, Afghanistan M5.3 128 km
Jan 2, 2001 12 km NNW of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.3 148 km
Apr 19, 1990 19 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.3 109 km
Mar 2, 2022 34 km NE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M5.2 101 km
Jan 20, 2009 72 km NNE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M5.2 139 km
Apr 16, 2009 39 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.2 116 km
Aug 10, 1992 50 km E of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.2 145 km
Jun 24, 2021 10 km SW of Charikar, Afghanistan M5.1 13 km
Mar 25, 2002 13 km SSE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.1 125 km
Apr 12, 2002 23 km SSE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.1 118 km
Oct 14, 2012 13 km NNE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.1 149 km
Apr 16, 2009 38 km ESE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 2.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
July 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in
October 56°F (13°C) 0.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.1 in

Istālif has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 28°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.3") and June the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Istālif

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
لیسه نسوان استارلف
لیسه عاطفه شهید
لیسه عالی استارلف
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Radio Stations near Istālif

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 93 Mianwali (PK) MP3 128 kbps

Airports Near Istālif

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kabul International AirportKBLLarge Airport
Bagram AirfieldOAIMedium Airport
Charikar AirportSmall Airport
Kutub Khel AirportSmall Airport
Mohammad Agha Wuluswali AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul

🇦🇫 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 Istālif

What is the population of Istālif?

Istālif has a population of 41,413 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 769 people per square mile, spread across 53.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Istālif?

Istālif has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.3 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.

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