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Karakul’, Uzbekistan

Bukhara · Uzbekistan

Karakul’ is a small city in Bukhara, Uzbekistan with a population of 22,487. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

22,487 Population 92/sq mi density
653 ft Elevation 199 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
5.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Samarkand Timezone

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About Karakul’

Karakul’

Qorakoʻl, also spelled as Karakul, is a city in the Bukhara Region of Uzbekistan. It is the capital of Qorakoʻl District. Its population is 22,300 (2016).

People

Population22,487
Density92/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Population22,487
Population Density92 / sq mi
Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Coordinates39.5333°, 63.8333°
TimezoneAsia/Samarkand
Country🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
State / ProvinceBukhara
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation5.0 inches (126 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.7 inches (2 cm)

About Karakul’

Karakul’ is a small city in Uzbekistan (Bukhara) with a population of 22,487. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Samarkand.

Climate in Karakul’

Karakul’ 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 135 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 22.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.8
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 0.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 17.2
Karakul’ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 327 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 5.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above Uzbekistan avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area245.7 sq mi (636.3 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates39.5333°N, 63.8333°W
TimezoneAsia/Samarkand

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.0"
87% below Uzbekistan avg
Snowfall 0.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 0.98"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 14, 2025.

May 25, 1994 29 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M5.2 98 km
Jul 24, 2005 28 km WSW of Bukhara, Uzbekistan M5.1 30 km
Oct 27, 1991 35 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M5.0 99 km
Aug 11, 2021 46 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.9 120 km
Mar 21, 2014 34 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.8 105 km
Aug 8, 2015 70 km NNW of Shofirkon Shahri, Uzbekistan M4.7 125 km
Sep 15, 2012 31 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 104 km
Aug 25, 1990 26 km W of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 90 km
May 29, 2019 39 km NNE of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 105 km
Mar 7, 2006 31 km NE of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.7 93 km
Jun 27, 1999 51 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.6 124 km
Mar 4, 2024 54 km SSW of Muborak, Uzbekistan M4.6 121 km
Jul 14, 2025 42 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.5 116 km
Jun 21, 1990 26 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.5 100 km
Jun 25, 1991 29 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 95 km
Aug 25, 1990 29 km WNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 96 km
May 8, 2004 20 km NNW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 94 km
Jan 23, 2025 29 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 101 km
Aug 26, 2002 43 km NW of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 117 km
Jun 27, 2007 61 km NNE of Gazli, Uzbekistan M4.4 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 0.7 in
March 48°F (9°C) 1.0 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
June 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 71°F (21°C) 0.0 in
October 58°F (14°C) 0.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.7 in

Karakul’ has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 34°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.0") and August the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Karakul’

Institution Type Founded Website
Qorak`ol sanoat va transport kasb-hunar kolleji College - ,
Qorako'l Abu Ali ibn Sino nomidagi jamoat salomatligi texnikumi College - ,
Педагогика ва спорт колледж College - ,

Schools in Karakul’

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
1-maktab - - - -
18-maktab - - - -
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Museums in Karakul’

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Paikend

Farmers Markets in Karakul’

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Olot local market
Qurilish Materiallari
taxta bozor

Restaurants in Karakul’

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Charxpalak

Gas Stations in Karakul’

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

UZ #1237429149
UZ #4454471426
UZ #5530259567
UZ #7460373688

Banks in Karakul’

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Xalq banki
Xalq banki

Airports Near Karakul’

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bukhara International AirportBHKLarge Airport
Türkmenabat International AirportCRZLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Karakul’

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cathedral mosque Alik Khoja
Cathedral mosque KHUZHALAR

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Samarkand
Elevation
195 m (640 ft)

🇺🇿 About Uzbekistan

Capital Tashkent
Population 32,955,400
Area 447,400 km²
GDP (USD) $102,641,879,249
GDP per capita $2,879
HDI 0.727
Life expectancy 72.4 years
Internet users 89.0%
Urban population 51.0%
Currency UZS (Som)
Languages Russian, Uzbek
Calling code +998
TLD .uz
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Karakul’

What is the population of Karakul’?

Karakul’ has a population of 22,487 residents and is located in Uzbekistan. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 245.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karakul’?

Karakul’ enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.0 inches.

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