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Kerki, Turkmenistan

Lebap · Turkmenistan

Kerki is a mid-size city in Lebap, Turkmenistan with a population of 33,242. Elevation: 801 ft (244 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

33,242 Population 5,423/sq mi density
801 ft Elevation 244 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
6.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Kerki

Kerki

Kerki is a city in and capital of Kerki District, Lebap Province, Turkmenistan. It was formerly known as Zamm and, between 1999 and 2017, as Atamyrat.

People

Population33,242
Density5,423/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain6.5 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Population33,242
Population Density5,423 / sq mi
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Coordinates37.8357°, 65.2106°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceLebap
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation6.5 inches (165 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kerki

Kerki is a mid-size city in Turkmenistan (Lebap) with a population of 33,242. The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet (244 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Kerki

Kerki 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 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 10.6° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 13.6° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 19.4° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 26.4° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 32.8° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 37.5° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 39.1° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 37.3° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 32.2° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 25.2° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 17.4° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 12.4° 0.0
Kerki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 324 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 6.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density5,423/sq mi
Coordinates37.8357°N, 65.2106°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 6.5"
83% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.57"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Apr 27, 2025.

Jan 18, 2001 7 km ESE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.3 130 km
Apr 20, 2000 17 km E of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.3 138 km
Nov 16, 1991 39 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M5.0 112 km
Oct 31, 1999 18 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.0 144 km
Dec 25, 1999 12 km ENE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M5.0 138 km
Nov 16, 1991 40 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.8 112 km
Apr 21, 2012 24 km NNE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.8 148 km
Mar 4, 2024 54 km SSW of Muborak, Uzbekistan M4.6 113 km
Nov 15, 1991 50 km ESE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.6 121 km
Sep 7, 2014 61 km SW of Andkh?y, Afghanistan M4.6 145 km
Nov 21, 1992 46 km ENE of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.5 118 km
Apr 20, 2000 11 km E of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 134 km
Jun 7, 2000 15 km SE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 126 km
Apr 27, 2025 30 km SSW of Qarqīn, Afghanistan M4.4 95 km
Jun 9, 2000 24 km SE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.4 133 km
Aug 31, 2004 48 km E of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.3 122 km
Apr 24, 2000 9 km ENE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.1 134 km
May 31, 1993 47 km E of Gowurdak, Turkmenistan M4.1 121 km
Apr 21, 2000 12 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M4.0 138 km
Aug 21, 2002 19 km NE of G‘uzor, Uzbekistan M3.8 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 1.0 in
March 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 87°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
November 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in
December 42°F (5°C) 0.8 in

Kerki has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 38°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.6") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Kerki

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secondary School No. 2 - - - -
Secondary School No. 6 - - - -
Secondary School No. 4 - - - -
Music School - - - -
Secondary School No. 5 - - - -
Secondary school №2 - - - -
35-nji orta mekdep - - - -
Secondary School No. 20 - - - -
Sports School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kerki

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Kerki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Çohpetde bazary
Gök Bazaar

Restaurants in Kerki

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aziya restoran
Bedew restoran
Hazyna
Kebab House
Shazada

Cafes in Kerki

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Altyn Asyr Kafe
Kafe
Kafe-Bar
Steak house
Steak house

Theatres in Kerki

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerki House of Culture

Monuments in Kerki

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akmuhamet Işan Medresi
Alambersar Kummet Monument

Dentists in Kerki

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dentist

Train Stations in Kerki

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amyderýa
Kerki (Atamyrat)
Kerkiçi

Gas Stations in Kerki

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station 18 Kerki
Gas Station 217
Gas Station 27 Kerki
Kerki nebit onumleri karhanasy

Banks in Kerki

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dayhan bank
Halk bank
Turkmen-Turkish Bank
Turkmenistan bank
Western Union

Shopping Malls in Kerki

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aýgül söwda merkezi

Stadiums & Teams in Kerki

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kerki

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerki AirportKEASmall Airport

Post Offices in Kerki

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
LEBAP TELECOM

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kerki

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat
Elevation
242 m (794 ft)

🇹🇲 About Turkmenistan

Capital Ashgabat
Population 5,850,908
Area 488,100 km²
GDP (USD) $45,894,538,666
GDP per capita $6,232
HDI 0.764
Life expectancy 70.1 years
Internet users 21.3%
Urban population 47.1%
Currency TMT (Manat)
Languages Russian, Turkmen
Calling code +993
TLD .tm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kerki

What is the population of Kerki?

Kerki has a population of 33,242 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 5,423 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kerki?

Kerki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.5 inches.

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