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Mashhad, Afghanistan
Badakhshan · Afghanistan
Mashhad is a small town in Badakhshan, Afghanistan with a population of 0. Elevation: 3,205 ft (977 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Mashhad
Mashhad, historically also known as Mashad, Meshhed, or Meshed, is the second-most-populous city in Iran, located in the north-east of the country about 740 kilometres east of Tehran. In the Central District of Mashhad County, it serves as the capital of Razavi Khorasan province, the county, and the district. It has a population of about 3,400,000, which includes the areas of Mashhad Taman and Torqabeh.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,205 ft (977 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.8167°, 70.1021° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Badakhshan |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.6 inches (397 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.6 inches (35 cm) |
About Mashhad
Mashhad is a small town in Afghanistan (Badakhshan) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 3,205 feet (977 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,205 ft (977 m) |
| Area | 542.6 sq mi (1,405.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8167°N, 70.1021°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 1.8 in |
Mashhad has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and August the driest (0.1").
Airports Near Mashhad
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Farkhor Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Fayzabad Airport | FBD | Small Airport |
| Khoja-i-Ghar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rostaq Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taleqan Airport | TQN | Small Airport |
| Yangi Qaleh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yawan Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the weather like in Mashhad?
Mashhad has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.6 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow.