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Jalālābād, Afghanistan
Nangarhar · Afghanistan
Jalālābād is a large city in Nangarhar, Afghanistan with a population of 271,900. Elevation: 1,886 ft (575 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Jalālābād
Jalalabad, previously known as Tarunshahr, and historically known as Nagarahara or Adinapur, is a city in eastern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Nangarhar Province. It has an estimated population of 318,733 people. Qari Bismellah Bilal is the current mayor of the city. Mohammad Ishaq Saeed serves as the current deputy mayor.
People
Climate
| Population | 271,900 |
| Population Density | 5,773 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.4265°, 70.4515° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Nangarhar |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 10.4 inches (264 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jalālābād
Jalālābād is a large city in Afghanistan (Nangarhar) with a population of 271,900. The city sits at an elevation of 1,886 feet (575 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 91°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Jalālābād
Jalālābād has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 745 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 91°F (33°C) |
| Sunny Days | 317 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,886 ft (575 m) |
| Area | 47.1 sq mi (122.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,773/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4265°N, 70.4515°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 71°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 91°F (33°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 91°F (33°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 89°F (32°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in |
Jalālābād has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 48°F in January to 91°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.4") and September the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Jalālābād
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alfalah University | University | — | — |
| Ariana University | University | — | — |
| College of Education | College | — | — |
| JAA-Computer Science University | University | — | — |
| Khurasan University | University | — | — |
| Nangarhar Agriculture and Veterinary Institute | University | — | — |
| Nangarhar University | University | — | — |
| Teacher Training College | University | — | — |
| Zia Institute of Computer Science | University | — | — |
Schools in Jalālābād
73+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghan Murad High School | — | — | — | — |
| Oxford High School | — | — | — | — |
| Khatiz High School | — | — | — | — |
| Aryana High School | — | — | — | — |
| Madrasa Darul Islam | — | — | — | — |
| Ganadahara Educational center | — | — | — | — |
| Char Bagh Safa High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Aisha Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shams London Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Islah High School No 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Malika Humaira Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Cheknowri High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sher Shah Sori High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabul Secondary High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmad Shah Durani High School | — | — | — | — |
| Estiqlal High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shaheed Muhammad Arif High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mia Omar Boys High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Khawa Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| ّIstiqlal High School | — | — | — | — |
| Muhammad Sahib Zada High School | — | — | — | — |
| Alayi Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Read School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Marim Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nazo Ana Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| School for orphans | — | — | — | — |
| Abdul Wakil High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nangarhar High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Zainab Girls high school | — | — | — | — |
| Irfan Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Araban High School | — | — | — | — |
| Dewa English Course | — | — | — | — |
| Dewa high school | — | — | — | — |
| Jalalabad High School | — | — | — | — |
| ahmad abad school | — | — | — | — |
| Pazwak High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hazrat Abu-Baker Sediq High School | — | — | — | — |
| Afghan Murad High School | — | — | — | — |
| Khatiz High School | — | — | — | — |
| Aryana High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ganadahara Educational center | — | — | — | — |
| Poshtonistan High School | — | — | — | — |
| Char Bagh Safa High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Aisha Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shams London Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Islah High School No 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oxford High School | — | — | — | — |
| Cheknowri High School | — | — | — | — |
| Sher Shah Sori High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kabul Secondary High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmad Shah Durani High School | — | — | — | — |
| Estiqlal High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shaheed Muhammad Arif High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mia Omar Boys High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Khawa Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Irfan Private School | — | — | — | — |
| Muhammad Sahib Zada High School | — | — | — | — |
| Alayi Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| Read School | — | — | — | — |
| Nazo Ana Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
| School for orphans | — | — | — | — |
| Abdul Wakil High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nangarhar High School | — | — | — | — |
| ّIstiqlal High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bibi Zainab Girls high school | — | — | — | — |
| Araban High School | — | — | — | — |
| Dewa English Course | — | — | — | — |
| Dewa high school | — | — | — | — |
| Jalalabad High School | — | — | — | — |
| ahmad abad school | — | — | — | — |
| Pazwak High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hazrat Abu-Baker Sediq High School | — | — | — | — |
| Malika Humaira Girls High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Jalālābād
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ningarhar public library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Jalālābād
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amla Bazar or (Market) | |||||
| JAA-Vegetable Market | |||||
| JAA-Wheat Stock | |||||
| Jalalabad Exchange Market | |||||
| jalalabad fruit market | |||||
| Shamshad Market | |||||
| Shamshad Market |
Hotels in Jalālābād
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Jalālābād
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jalālābād
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Jalālābād
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jalālābād
6 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jalālābād
32 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jalālābād
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jalālābād
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Jalālābād
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jalalabad Airport | JAA | Medium Airport |
| Parachinar Airport | PAJ | Small Airport |
| Qarghayi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Jalālābād
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Faizi Orthopedic Clinic | ||
| University Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jalālābād
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abobakar Siddiq Mosque | |
| abu baker | |
| Char Bagh Jami Masjid | |
| Eid ga Mosque | |
| Gumbazi Masque | |
| Gumbazi Masque | |
| Hazrat Anis Bin Malik Masque | |
| Jwe Haft Masjid Sangi | |
| Khwaja Sediq Mosque | |
| Mehtarlam Baba Masjid | |
| Mosque | |
| Park Mosuqe | |
| Said Jamal Uddin Afghan Mosque | |
| Spin Jumat Masque | |
| Tablighan Mosque | |
| Tablighan Mosque | |
| الحاج دوستخیل جامع مسجد | |
| د ملا آخند زاده صاحب جومات |
Quick Facts
Around Jalālābād
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Jalālābād?
Jalālābād has a population of 271,900 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 5,773 people per square mile, spread across 47.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jalālābād?
Jalālābād has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 91°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.4 inches.