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Muchun, Tajikistan

Sughd · Tajikistan

Muchun is a small city in Sughd, Tajikistan with a population of 27,835. Elevation: 3,848 ft (1,173 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

27,835 Population 3,701/sq mi density
3,848 ft Elevation 1,173 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
15.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone

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About Muchun

Mujum is a village and jamoat in north-west Tajikistan. It is located in Devashtich District in Sughd Region. The jamoat has a total population of 27,835 (2015). It consists of 10 villages, including Mujum and Istiqlol.

People

Population27,835
Density3,701/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation3,848 ft (1,173 m)
Population27,835
Population Density3,701 / sq mi
Elevation3,848 ft (1,173 m)
Coordinates39.8815°, 69.1822°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceSughd
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation15.2 inches (387 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.9 inches (10 cm)

About Muchun

Muchun is a small city in Tajikistan (Sughd) with a population of 27,835. The city sits at an elevation of 3,848 feet (1,173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.

Climate in Muchun

Muchun has an average annual temperature of 14°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jul (28°C), the coldest is Jan (1°C). Average annual precipitation is 371 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C / 34°F -10° / 14° 19.9
Feb 3.8°C / 39°F -8° / 19.9° 42.7
Mar 8.8°C / 48°F -3° / 24.3° 48.5
Apr 14.3°C / 58°F 1.8° / 29.7° 42.8
May 19.3°C / 67°F 7.4° / 32.6° 37.5
Jun 25.1°C / 77°F 13.4° / 38.4° 14.4
Jul 28°C / 82°F 16.4° / 39.2° 35.8
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 13.2° / 37.4° 9.9
Sep 20.2°C / 68°F 9° / 33.5° 18.6
Oct 12.9°C / 55°F 1.6° / 26.2° 22.5
Nov 6.7°C / 44°F -5.5° / 23.3° 33.7
Dec 2.4°C / 36°F -8.8° / 16.9° 44.6
Muchun experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 308 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 15.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,848 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below Tajikistan avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,848 ft (1,173 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²)
Population Density3,701/sq mi
Coordinates39.8815°N, 69.1822°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.2"
60% below Tajikistan avg
Snowfall 3.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 2.91"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

154 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 23, 2025.

Jan 8, 2007 23 km WSW of Vorukh, Tajikistan M6.0 97 km
Mar 22, 2023 46 km NNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.8 82 km
Mar 29, 2018 11 km SE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.7 147 km
Jan 9, 2002 12 km SSE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 148 km
May 24, 2013 11 km N of Bo‘ka, Uzbekistan M5.3 115 km
Nov 8, 1992 0 km SW of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 136 km
Jan 31, 2007 27 km W of Vorukh, Tajikistan M5.2 93 km
Oct 7, 2010 15 km NNW of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.1 125 km
Sep 29, 2017 36 km SSE of Jizzax, Uzbekistan M5.1 101 km
Dec 6, 2013 26 km SE of Buston, Tajikistan M5.0 66 km
Dec 26, 1993 11 km NW of Vahdat, Tajikistan M5.0 141 km
Jun 24, 2008 3 km SE of Batken, Kyrgyzstan M5.0 143 km
Mar 27, 2004 20 km ENE of Istaravshan, Tajikistan M5.0 10 km
Oct 2, 1993 17 km WNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.0 113 km
Oct 9, 2010 24 km NNW of Rasht, Tajikistan M4.9 118 km
Feb 3, 2002 4 km ESE of Roghun, Tajikistan M4.9 139 km
May 14, 1995 13 km ENE of Vorukh, Tajikistan M4.8 132 km
Jul 21, 2015 13 km NNW of Roghun, Tajikistan M4.8 123 km
Mar 31, 2003 39 km SE of Panjakent, Tajikistan M4.8 122 km
Mar 4, 1999 39 km NE of Rasht, Tajikistan M4.8 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Wettest
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in

Muchun has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 30°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (2.9") and August the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Muchun

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
History museum
History museum
Музей крепости
Музей крепости

Libraries in Muchun

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Китобхона0.0
Китобхонаи марказии н.Гончи0.0

Farmers Markets in Muchun

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Вещевой рынок

Stadiums & Teams in Muchun

TeamLeagueDivision
Центральный стадион

Airports Near Muchun

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Khujand International AirportLBDLarge Airport
Ayni Airport-Small Airport
Razzakov Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Muchun

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Детская поликлиника
Поликлиника 1

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dushanbe
Elevation
1,035 m (3,396 ft)
Area
19.5 km² (7.5 mi²)
Founded
1929

🇹🇯 About Tajikistan

Capital Dushanbe
Population 9,100,837
Area 143,100 km²
GDP (USD) $12,244,169,293
GDP per capita $1,178
HDI 0.691
Life expectancy 71.8 years
Internet users 56.8%
Urban population 26.2%
Currency TJS (Somoni)
Languages Russian, Tajik
Calling code +992
TLD .tj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Muchun

What is the population of Muchun?

Muchun has a population of 27,835 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 3,701 people per square mile, spread across 7.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Muchun?

Muchun has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.2 inches, with 3.9 inches of snow.

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