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Mūsá Qal‘ah, Afghanistan
Helmand · Afghanistan
Mūsá Qal‘ah is a small town in Helmand, Afghanistan with a population of 0. Elevation: 3,455 ft (1,053 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mūsá Qal‘ah
Musa Qala is a town and the district centre of Musa Qala District in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. It is located at 32.4433°N 64.7444°E and at an altitude of 1,043 m in the valley of Musa Qala River in the central western part of the district. Its population has been reported in the British press to be both 2,000 and 20,000. It is in a desolate area, populated by native Pashtun tribes.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,455 ft (1,053 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.4457°, 64.7449° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Helmand |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.7 inches (146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.8 inches (7 cm) |
About Mūsá Qal‘ah
Mūsá Qal‘ah is a small town in Afghanistan (Helmand) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 3,455 feet (1,053 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 89°F (32°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,455 ft (1,053 m) |
| Area | 248.9 sq mi (644.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4457°N, 64.7449°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 87°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 89°F (32°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 0.8 in |
Mūsá Qal‘ah has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 37°F in January to 89°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Mūsá Qal‘ah
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Shorabak Airfield | OAZ | Small Airport |
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What is the weather like in Mūsá Qal‘ah?
Mūsá Qal‘ah enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 337 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.7 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.