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Kokterek, Kazakhstan
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Kokterek is a small town in Turkistan, Kazakhstan with a population of 2,384. Elevation: 2,490 ft (759 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kokterek
The Wakhjir Pass, also spelled Vakhjir Pass, is a mountain pass on the Afghanistan–China border, between the Hindu Kush and Pamir Mountains at the eastern end of the Wakhan Corridor. It is the only potentially navigable pass between Afghanistan and China in the modern era. It links the Wakhan District of Badakhshan Province in Afghanistan with the Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County in Xinjiang, China, at an altitude of 4,923 m (16,152 ft). As of 2025, the pass has no official border crossing point. With a difference of 3.5 hours, the Afghanistan–China border has the sharpest official change of clocks of any international frontier. China refers to the pass as South Wakhjir Pass, as there is a northern pass on the Chinese side.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,384 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,490 ft (759 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.4944°, 70.2548° |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty |
| Country | 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan |
| State / Province | Turkistan |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.8 inches (655 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches (20 cm) |
About Kokterek
Kokterek is a small town in Kazakhstan (Turkistan) with a population of 2,384. The city sits at an elevation of 2,490 feet (759 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.
Climate in Kokterek
Kokterek 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 680 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below Kazakhstan avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,490 ft (759 m) |
| Area | 1,233.5 sq mi (3,194.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4944°N, 70.2548°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 3.1 in |
Kokterek has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Kokterek
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Т.Рыскулов | - | - | - | - |
Cafes in Kokterek
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kokterek
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kokterek
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kokterek
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Berkut Military Sport Aviation Base Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sayram Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Kazakhstan
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Kokterek?
Kokterek has a population of 2,384 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,233.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kokterek?
Kokterek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.