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Mazār-e Sharīf, Afghanistan
Balkh · Afghanistan
Mazār-e Sharīf is a major city in Balkh, Afghanistan with a population of 523,300. Elevation: 1,184 ft (361 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Mazār-e Sharīf
Mazar-i-Sharif or Mazar-e-Sharif is a city in northern Afghanistan, serving as the capital and largest city of Balkh Province. It has 12 city districts (nahias) and an estimated population of 568,013 people. Hafiz Abdul Rahman Himat is the current mayor of the city. His predecessor was Mohammad Kazim Tariq.
People
Climate
| Population | 523,300 |
| Population Density | 16,328 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,184 ft (361 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7090°, 67.1109° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Balkh |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.0 inches (178 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mazār-e Sharīf
Mazār-e Sharīf is a major city in Afghanistan (Balkh) with a population of 523,300. The city sits at an elevation of 1,184 feet (361 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 90°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Mazār-e Sharīf
Mazār-e Sharīf 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 184 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.8°F |
| 18% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 90°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,184 ft (361 m) |
| Area | 32.1 sq mi (83.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16,328/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7090°N, 67.1109°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 90°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 0.8 in |
Mazār-e Sharīf has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 38°F in January to 90°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Mazār-e Sharīf
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aria University | University | — | Visit → |
| Balkh University | University | — | Visit → |
| Balkh University | University | — | Visit → |
| Faculty of moulana jalaluddin mohammad balkhi | University | — | — |
| Nokhbagan University | University | — | — |
Schools in Mazār-e Sharīf
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghan-Turk International High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hashim barat high school | — | — | — | — |
| Sultan Razia School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه رهنورد شماره 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Bakhtar High School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه عالی استقلال | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه گوهر خاتون | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه تجربوى | — | — | — | — |
| Daqiqi Balkhi High School | — | — | — | — |
| Setara High School | — | — | — | — |
| Setara High School | — | — | — | — |
| Hashim barat high school | — | — | — | — |
| Sultan Razia School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه رهنورد شماره 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Bakhtar High School | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه عالی استقلال | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه گوهر خاتون | — | — | — | — |
| مدرسه تجربوى | — | — | — | — |
| Daqiqi Balkhi High School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Mazār-e Sharīf
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| کتابخانه مولانا خسته | 0.0 | |||||
| کتابخانه مولانا خسته | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mazār-e Sharīf
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| فروشگاه حاجی عبدالغفور صادقی یا بوش مارکیت | |||||
| فروشگاه حاجی عبدالغفور صادقی یا بوش مارکیت | |||||
| فروشگاه نظام | |||||
| فروشگاه نظام | |||||
| مارکیت عبدالعلی |
Hotels in Mazār-e Sharīf
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mazār-e Sharīf
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mazār-e Sharīf
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mazār-e Sharīf
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Mazār-e Sharīf
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mazār-e Sharīf
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mazār-e Sharīf
33 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mazār-e Sharīf
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Mazār-e Sharīf
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mazār-e Sharīf
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mazar-i-Sharif International Airport | MZR | Large Airport |
| Termez Airport | TMJ | Medium Airport |
| Dehdadi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gilyambor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Shur Ob East Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mazār-e Sharīf
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Blue Mosque | |
| Guzar Qurghan Mosque | |
| Masjid of Rawza e Sharif | |
| Shahid Mazari Tomb | |
| جومات | |
| مسجد انصاری | |
| مسجد جامه نمبر 1 اتفاق | |
| مسجد حضرت محمد رسول الله | |
| مسجد ریس باشی |
Quick Facts
Around Mazār-e Sharīf
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Mazār-e Sharīf?
Mazār-e Sharīf has a population of 523,300 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 16,328 people per square mile, spread across 32.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mazār-e Sharīf?
Mazār-e Sharīf enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 90°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.0 inches.