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Karukh, Afghanistan
Herat · Afghanistan
Karukh is a small city in Herat, Afghanistan with a population of 17,484. Elevation: 4,396 ft (1,340 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Karukh
Karukh is a town and the center of Karukh District, Herat Province, Afghanistan. The population is more than 18,800 people. The town is located at 1320 m altitude, 50 km northeast of Herat.Karukh's busy bazaar is continuously mentioned in travelogues down through the centuries. The shrine of Alla Berdi, Sufi ul-Islam, stands there.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,484 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,396 ft (1,340 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.4811°, 62.5863° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Herat |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.7 inches (296 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Karukh
Karukh is a small city in Afghanistan (Herat) with a population of 17,484. The city sits at an elevation of 4,396 feet (1,340 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Karukh
Karukh has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jul (26°C), the coldest is Jan (1.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 434 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,396 ft (1,340 m) |
| Area | 952.8 sq mi (2,467.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4811°N, 62.5863°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in |
Karukh has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Karukh
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chawani Masjid School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Karukh
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport | HEA | Large Airport |
| Qala-i-Naw Airport | LQN | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Karukh
What is the population of Karukh?
Karukh has a population of 17,484 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 952.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Karukh?
Karukh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.