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Landi Kotal, Pakistan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa · Pakistan

Landi Kotal is a small town in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan with a population of 2,223. Elevation: 3,491 ft (1,064 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2,223 Population 8/sq mi density
3,491 ft Elevation 1,064 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi Timezone

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About Landi Kotal

Landi Kottal or Lwargai is a town in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan, and the administrative capital of Khyber District. It was one of the largest towns in the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas, and is located 1,072 metres (3,517 ft) above sea level, on the route across the mountains to the city of Peshawar. Landi Kotal is at the western edge of the Khyber Pass that marks the entrance to the Nangarhar Province of Afghanistan, which is located just 5 kilometres (3 mi) to the west.

People

Population2,223
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation3,491 ft (1,064 m)
Population2,223
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation3,491 ft (1,064 m)
Coordinates34.0988°, 71.1411°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvinceKhyber Pakhtunkhwa
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (561 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Landi Kotal

Landi Kotal is a small town in Pakistan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) with a population of 2,223. The city sits at an elevation of 3,491 feet (1,064 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Karachi.

Landi Kotal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,491 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above Pakistan avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,491 ft (1,064 m)
Area263.4 sq mi (682.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates34.0988°N, 71.1411°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.1"
42% below Pakistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

159 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 12, 2025.

May 20, 1992 2 km WSW of Lachi, Pakistan M6.3 82 km
Oct 25, 1990 51 km SW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M5.8 129 km
Apr 24, 2013 16 km S of Mehtar L?m, Afghanistan M5.5 97 km
May 9, 2018 18 km NNW of Bannu, Pakistan M5.4 122 km
Apr 19, 1990 19 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.3 129 km
Nov 10, 1990 29 km WNW of Upper Dir, Pakistan M5.3 143 km
Aug 26, 1999 29 km SW of Asad?b?d, Afghanistan M5.2 67 km
Apr 16, 2009 39 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.2 99 km
Mar 29, 1992 22 km SSW of Attock City, Pakistan M5.1 123 km
Apr 16, 2009 38 km ESE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 100 km
Sep 4, 2022 35 km NE of Jal?l?b?d, Afghanistan M5.1 74 km
Oct 30, 2009 34 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 104 km
May 6, 2010 21 km E of Karak, Pakistan M5.0 112 km
Feb 17, 1993 26 km SSE of Sanjwal, Pakistan M5.0 141 km
Apr 3, 1998 22 km ENE of Jal?l?b?d, Afghanistan M5.0 63 km
Apr 12, 2025 10 km SE of Hazro City, Pakistan M4.9 134 km
Mar 19, 1997 29 km SE of ?sm?r, Afghanistan M4.9 97 km
Nov 28, 1995 5 km WNW of Kakad Wari Dir Upper, Pakistan M4.9 131 km
Jan 4, 2004 2 km SSE of Markaz-e Woluswal?-ye ?ch?n, Afghanistan M4.9 39 km
Jun 5, 1992 18 km NE of Karak, Pakistan M4.9 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
March 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
July 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 1.8 in
September 77°F (25°C) 1.1 in
October 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in

Landi Kotal has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 45°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (0.6").

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Hotels in Landi Kotal

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PTDC Motel

Train Stations in Landi Kotal

10 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bagiari
Chaghi
Kata Kushta
Landi Khana
Landi Kotal
Medanak
Shahgai
Sultan Khel
Torra Tigga
Zintara

Gas Stations in Landi Kotal

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PK #4154225223

Stadiums & Teams in Landi Kotal

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Airports Near Landi Kotal

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacha Khan International AirportPEWLarge Airport
Jalalabad AirportJAAMedium Airport
Kohat AirportOHTSmall Airport
Thal AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Karachi
Elevation
1,072 m (3,517 ft)

🇵🇰 About Pakistan

Capital Islamabad
Population 212,215,030
Area 803,940 km²
GDP (USD) $336,686,348,609
GDP per capita $1,360
HDI 0.544
Life expectancy 67.7 years
Internet users 27.4%
Urban population 38.8%
Currency PKR (Rupee)
Languages English, Urdu
Calling code +92
TLD .pk
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Landi Kotal

What is the population of Landi Kotal?

Landi Kotal has a population of 2,223 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 263.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Landi Kotal?

Landi Kotal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches.

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