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Karakenja, Tajikistan

Republican Subordination · Tajikistan

Karakenja is a small town in Republican Subordination, Tajikistan with a population of 2,899. Elevation: 7,073 ft (2,156 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

2,899 Population 78/sq mi density
7,073 ft Elevation 2,156 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
18.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone

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People

Population2,899
Density78/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain18.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation7,073 ft (2,156 m)
Population2,899
Population Density78 / sq mi
Elevation7,073 ft (2,156 m)
Coordinates39.2359°, 71.5241°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceRepublican Subordination
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation18.8 inches (477 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)

About Karakenja

Karakenja is a small town in Tajikistan (Republican Subordination) with a population of 2,899. The city sits at an elevation of 7,073 feet (2,156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.

Karakenja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7,073 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below Tajikistan avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,073 ft (2,156 m)
Area37.3 sq mi (96.7 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates39.2359°N, 71.5241°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.8"
51% below Tajikistan avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (May) 2.83"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

653 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 26, 2025.

Jul 19, 2011 16 km NNE of Aydarken, Kyrgyzstan M6.1 95 km
Jan 8, 2007 23 km WSW of Vorukh, Tajikistan M6.0 122 km
Jan 24, 2011 106 km WNW of Murghob, Tajikistan M6.0 143 km
May 3, 2017 29 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M6.0 30 km
Mar 22, 2023 46 km NNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.8 141 km
Apr 13, 2025 42 km ESE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.8 71 km
May 5, 2017 28 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.8 28 km
Jul 6, 2006 29 km ESE of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.8 30 km
May 12, 2012 44 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.7 123 km
Jul 10, 2021 20 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.7 90 km
Mar 29, 2018 11 km SE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.7 146 km
Nov 23, 1992 109 km SSE of Kyzyl-Eshme, Kyrgyzstan M5.6 118 km
Sep 5, 2002 29 km SE of Shohimardon, Uzbekistan M5.5 72 km
Sep 2, 2001 72 km SE of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.5 73 km
Jan 24, 2020 7 km S of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.5 8 km
Jun 10, 1994 56 km SSE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.4 108 km
Jul 4, 2020 47 km E of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.4 57 km
Nov 3, 1990 24 km SSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.4 24 km
Jan 2, 2010 84 km N of Khorugh, Tajikistan M5.4 110 km
Feb 20, 1995 35 km WSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.3 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.5 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
July 62°F (16°C) 1.1 in
August 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Driest
October 44°F (6°C) 1.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.6 in

Karakenja has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 15°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.8") and September the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Karakenja

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dzhirgatal AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dushanbe

🇹🇯 About Tajikistan

Capital Dushanbe
Population 9,100,837
Area 143,100 km²
GDP (USD) $12,244,169,293
GDP per capita $1,178
HDI 0.691
Life expectancy 71.8 years
Internet users 56.8%
Urban population 26.2%
Currency TJS (Somoni)
Languages Russian, Tajik
Calling code +992
TLD .tj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Karakenja

What is the population of Karakenja?

Karakenja has a population of 2,899 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karakenja?

Karakenja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.8 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

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