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Mary, Turkmenistan
Mary · Turkmenistan
Mary is a large city in Mary, Turkmenistan with a population of 114,680. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mary
Mary is a city on an oasis in the Karakum Desert in Turkmenistan, located on the Murgab River. It was founded in 1884 about 30 kilometres (19 mi) from the ruins of the ancient abandoned great city of Merv and was actually named Merv until 1937.
People
Climate
| Population | 114,680 |
| Population Density | 2,905 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.5938°, 61.8303° |
| Timezone | Asia/Ashgabat |
| Country | 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan |
| State / Province | Mary |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.9 inches (150 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mary
Mary is a large city in Turkmenistan (Mary) with a population of 114,680. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.
Climate in Mary
Mary has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (31.2°C), the coldest is Jan (5°C). Average annual precipitation is 161 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above Turkmenistan avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 39.5 sq mi (102.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,905/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5938°N, 61.8303°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Ashgabat |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 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 | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in |
Mary has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 37°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.1") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mary
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agrobiznes mekdebi | College | - | , |
| Energy Institute | University | - | , |
| Mary Oil and Gas Vocational Technical School | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Mary
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School No. 14 | - | - | - | - |
| 3-nji orta mekdep | - | - | - | - |
| 24-nji orta mekdep | - | - | - | - |
| G. Azalow adyndaky 3-nji orta mekdebi | - | - | - | - |
| Sports School | - | - | - | - |
| Special Secondary School of Foreign Languages No. 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 28-nji orta mekdep | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 5 | - | - | - | - |
| School No. 24 for Gifted Youth | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 6 | - | - | - | - |
| Sport Mekdebi | - | - | - | - |
| Mary Şäher Ýörit Mekdebi | - | - | - | - |
| Школа № 18 | - | - | - | - |
| 3nji orta mekdep | - | - | - | - |
| Merkez | - | - | - | - |
| Cinderella Educational center | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Mary
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Provincial Regional and History Museum |
Libraries in Mary
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Province Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mary
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazaar | |||||
| Gök Bazar | |||||
| Gundogar Bazaar | |||||
| Güneş Bazary | |||||
| Mary Bazaar | |||||
| Merw Bazary |
Restaurants in Mary
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mary
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Mary
3 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Mary
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mary
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Mary
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mary
5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mary
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mary
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mary
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mary
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mary
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mary
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mary
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mary
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mary
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mary International Airport | MYP | Medium Airport |
| Mary North Airport | - | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mary
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Holy Intercession | |
| Gurbanguly Hajy Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Mary
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇹🇲 About Turkmenistan
Frequently Asked Questions About Mary
What is the population of Mary?
Mary has a population of 114,680 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 2,905 people per square mile, spread across 39.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mary?
Mary enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.9 inches.