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Khandūd, Afghanistan
Badakhshan · Afghanistan
Khandūd is a small city in Badakhshan, Afghanistan with a population of 5,521. Elevation: 9,209 ft (2,807 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Khandūd
Khandud is a town in northeastern Afghanistan, serving as the administrative center of Wakhan District of Badakhshan Province. The town of Khandud is located near the left bank of the Panj River. It is connected by a gravel road to Qazideh and Ishkashim in the southwest and Gazkhan in the northeast.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,521 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,209 ft (2,807 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.9513°, 72.3180° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Badakhshan |
| Average Temperature | 36°F (2°C) |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.7 inches (246 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
About Khandūd
Khandūd is a small city in Afghanistan (Badakhshan) with a population of 5,521. The city sits at an elevation of 9,209 feet (2,807 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 36.4°F |
| 33% below Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,209 ft (2,807 m) |
| Area | 8,847.2 sq mi (22,914.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9513°N, 72.3180°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 0.5 in | |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| October | 40°F (4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.8 in |
Khandūd has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 15°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 9.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (1.6") and September the driest (0.2").
Schools in Khandūd
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vocation School | - | - | - | - |
Clinics in Khandūd
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Khandūd
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ishkashim Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ishkoshim Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Khandūd?
Khandūd has a population of 5,521 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 8,847.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Khandūd?
Khandūd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.7 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.