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Magtymguly, Turkmenistan

Balkan · Turkmenistan

Magtymguly is a small city in Balkan, Turkmenistan with a population of 15,386. Elevation: 1,030 ft (314 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

15,386 Population 5,163/sq mi density
1,030 ft Elevation 314 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
11.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Magtymguly

Magtymguly, formerly known as Garrygala (1924-2004), Kara-Kala, Alexandrov, or Ganlygala, is a city in Balkan Province, Turkmenistan. It is the administrative center of Magtymguly District. In 2022, it had a population of 15,386 inhabitants. It is located in the foothills of the Kopet Dag mountain range, and it lies on the Sumbar River, a tributary of the Atrek River.

People

Population15,386
Density5,163/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Population15,386
Population Density5,163 / sq mi
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Coordinates38.4375°, 56.2808°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceBalkan
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation11.2 inches (285 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Magtymguly

Magtymguly is a small city in Turkmenistan (Balkan) with a population of 15,386. The city sits at an elevation of 1,030 feet (314 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Magtymguly

Magtymguly 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 323 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 36.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 41.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 35.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 21.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 7.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 19.6
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 21.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 34.2
Magtymguly enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 316 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 11.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,030 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density5,163/sq mi
Coordinates38.4375°N, 56.2808°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.2"
70% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 1.61"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

123 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.6 on Jul 1, 2025.

Feb 4, 1997 Turkmenistan-Iran border region M6.5 124 km
Aug 22, 2000 35 km S of Baharly, Turkmenistan M5.9 102 km
May 13, 2017 34 km NNW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.6 110 km
Feb 4, 1997 10 km NNW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.5 132 km
May 17, 2021 57 km WSW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.4 128 km
May 16, 2021 55 km WSW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.3 133 km
Aug 4, 1998 15 km SSW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.3 149 km
Dec 9, 2013 71 km S of Bereket, Turkmenistan M5.2 62 km
Oct 19, 2002 33 km ESE of Gumdag, Turkmenistan M5.2 136 km
Feb 5, 1997 29 km NE of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.2 146 km
Sep 19, 2000 15 km SSE of Baharly, Turkmenistan M5.2 106 km
Aug 11, 2010 45 km NW of Bojn?rd, Iran M5.0 96 km
Feb 4, 1997 33 km N of Bojn?rd, Iran M4.9 114 km
Oct 21, 1994 46 km WSW of Baharly, Turkmenistan M4.9 62 km
Jul 23, 2010 39 km NW of Bojn?rd, Iran M4.9 102 km
Apr 14, 1990 74 km ENE of Kal?leh, Iran M4.8 88 km
Aug 19, 2007 73 km S of Bereket, Turkmenistan M4.8 73 km
Feb 13, 2014 43 km S of Serdar, Turkmenistan M4.8 17 km
May 24, 2016 24 km NE of Bojn?rd, Iran M4.8 146 km
Sep 22, 2024 34 km N of Bojnūrd, Iran M4.8 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in
March 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in Wettest
April 62°F (16°C) 1.4 in
May 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
June 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
July 83°F (29°C) 0.5 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in Driest
October 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in

Magtymguly has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 39°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.6") and September the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Magtymguly

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secondary School No. 20
Sport School
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Museums in Magtymguly

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Magtymguly adyndaky Müzeýi
Magtymguly Muzeýi

Farmers Markets in Magtymguly

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Daýhan bazary

Restaurants in Magtymguly

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sumbar

Theatres in Magtymguly

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Magtymguly City House of Culture
Oba Medenýiet Öýi

Bus Stations in Magtymguly

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Magtymguly

Gas Stations in Magtymguly

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas Station 8 Magtymguly

Banks in Magtymguly

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dayhanbank

Airports Near Magtymguly

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kizyl-Arvat AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Magtymguly

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Şih Şiýli Baba

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Waterfalls
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat

🇹🇲 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 Magtymguly

What is the population of Magtymguly?

Magtymguly has a population of 15,386 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 5,163 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Magtymguly?

Magtymguly enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.2 inches.

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