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Kahuta, Pakistan
Punjab · Pakistan
Kahuta is a small city in Punjab, Pakistan with a population of 22,551. Elevation: 2,001 ft (610 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kahuta
Kahuta is a census-designated place, city and tehsil in the Rawalpindi District of Punjab, Pakistan. The population of the Kahuta Tehsil is approximately 220,576 at the 2017 census. Kahuta is the home to the Kahuta Research Laboratories (KRL) which was founded to undertake the Kahuta Project as part of the atomic bomb project. Before the Kahuta Project, the site was occupied by retired officers of the Pakistan Army and contained a small public community.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,551 |
| Population Density | 96 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,001 ft (610 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.5918°, 73.3874° |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
| Country | 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| State / Province | Punjab |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.1 inches (992 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kahuta
Kahuta is a small city in Pakistan (Punjab) with a population of 22,551. The city sits at an elevation of 2,001 feet (610 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Karachi.
Climate in Kahuta
Kahuta has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jun (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Pakistan avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,001 ft (610 m) |
| Area | 235.4 sq mi (609.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 96/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5918°N, 73.3874°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in |
Kahuta has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 49°F in January to 86°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.3") and November the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Kahuta
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City FM 89 Islamabad | city fm 89 islamabad | AAC 96 kbps | |
| FM 101 Islamabad | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Pak Filmi | lollywood, radio pak filmi | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hum FM 106.2 | bollywood | MP3 96 kbps | |
| FM 100 Pakistan Islamabad | - | MP3 32 kbps | |
| Mera FM 107.4 | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Aladin Radio Network | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Libraries in Kahuta
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junaid Zaidi Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kahuta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ch. Usman Plaza, Tarlai | |||||
| Kisaan Mandi | |||||
| PWD Jummah Bazaar | |||||
| Rawat Mandi | |||||
| Utility Store |
Hotels in Kahuta
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kahuta
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kahuta
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kahuta
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Islamabad International Airport | ISB | Large Airport |
| Mangla Airport | XJM | Medium Airport |
| PAF Base Nur Khan (Benazir Bhutto International Airport) | - | Medium Airport |
| Rawalakot Airport | RAZ | Medium Airport |
| Bhurban Heliport | BHC | Small Airport |
| Dhamial Army Airbase | - | Small Airport |
| Gurha Salim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Muzaffarabad Airport | MFG | Small Airport |
| PAF Murid Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Poonch Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Kahuta
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Salfi House |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kahuta
What is the population of Kahuta?
Kahuta has a population of 22,551 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 235.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kahuta?
Kahuta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches.