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Nīkêh, Afghanistan
Paktika · Afghanistan
Nīkêh is a small town in Paktika, Afghanistan with a population of 0. Elevation: 8,163 ft (2,488 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nīkêh
Zēṛōk, also known as Ziruk, is the main town of Zerok District in Paktika Province, Afghanistan. It is located within the heart of Zadran land on the main Khost-Urgun road.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,163 ft (2,488 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.1893°, 69.2718° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Paktika |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.7 inches (653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 24.7 inches (63 cm) |
About Nīkêh
Nīkêh is a small town in Afghanistan (Paktika) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 8,163 feet (2,488 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,163 ft (2,488 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1893°N, 69.2718°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in |
Nīkêh has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 28°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.5") and June the driest (0.3").
Airports Near Nīkêh
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Khost International Airport | KHT | Medium Airport |
| Gardez Airport | GRG | Small Airport |
| Ghazni Airport | GZI | Small Airport |
| Salerno Airport | OLR | Small Airport |
| Salerno North Field | - | Small Airport |
| Salerno South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sardeh Band Airport | SBF | Small Airport |
| Shank Air Base | OAA | Small Airport |
| Sharana Airstrip | OAS | Small Airport |
| Urgun Airport | URN | Small Airport |
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What is the weather like in Nīkêh?
Nīkêh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 348 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 24.7 inches of snow.