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Norak, Tajikistan

Khatlon Province · Tajikistan

Norak is a small city in Khatlon Province, Tajikistan with a population of 18,122. Elevation: 2,165 ft (660 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

18,122 Population 73/sq mi density
2,165 ft Elevation 660 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone

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About Norak

Norak

Norak is a city in the Khatlon Region of Tajikistan. It is situated on the river Vakhsh, 885 m above sea level, and is 70 km southeast of Dushanbe, the capital. Its population is estimated at 31,400 for the city proper and 61,500 for the city with the outlying communities (2020).

People

Population18,122
Density73/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation2,165 ft (660 m)
Population18,122
Population Density73 / sq mi
Elevation2,165 ft (660 m)
Coordinates38.3892°, 69.3227°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceKhatlon Province
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (715 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.7 inches (17 cm)

About Norak

Norak is a small city in Tajikistan (Khatlon Province) with a population of 18,122. The city sits at an elevation of 2,165 feet (660 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 33°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.

Climate in Norak

Norak 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 731 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 72.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 84.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 162.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 139.6
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 87.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 12.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 1.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 36.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 67.4
Norak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,165 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above Tajikistan avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,165 ft (660 m)
Area249.6 sq mi (646.5 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates38.3892°N, 69.3227°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below Tajikistan avg
Snowfall 6.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.67"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

553 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 18, 2025.

Mar 22, 2023 46 km NNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.8 121 km
Apr 13, 2025 42 km ESE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.8 143 km
Mar 29, 2018 11 km SE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.7 68 km
Jul 10, 2021 20 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.7 122 km
May 12, 2012 44 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.7 93 km
Dec 20, 1990 55 km E of Chubek, Tajikistan M5.6 124 km
Jul 29, 2006 5 km NE of Qar?wul, Afghanistan M5.6 133 km
Apr 18, 1991 14 km ESE of Boshchorbogh, Tajikistan M5.5 139 km
Jul 29, 2006 10 km SSE of Qar?wul, Afghanistan M5.4 147 km
Jul 5, 1990 18 km NW of Farkhor, Tajikistan M5.4 89 km
Jun 10, 1994 56 km SSE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.4 115 km
Jun 22, 2007 12 km NNW of Im?m ???ib, Afghanistan M5.3 127 km
Jan 9, 2002 12 km SSE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 60 km
Nov 8, 1992 0 km SW of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 64 km
Jul 21, 2007 14 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.2 118 km
Dec 17, 1992 18 km SE of Orzu, Tajikistan M5.2 113 km
Aug 3, 2010 28 km ENE of Norak, Tajikistan M5.2 28 km
Aug 15, 2021 40 km ESE of Chubek, Tajikistan M5.2 123 km
Nov 10, 2013 9 km SE of Boshkengash, Tajikistan M5.2 38 km
May 20, 2015 32 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.2 81 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in Wettest
April 58°F (14°C) 5.5 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
June 74°F (24°C) 0.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in

Norak has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 33°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Norak

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Мактаби № 8 ш.Норак - - - -
Мактаби №5 ш.Норак - - - -
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Hotels in Norak

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Labi Daryo
Sayora.S Hotel

Restaurants in Norak

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Food stands with drinks
Ryslanion
Ошхона

Cafes in Norak

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

oshhonai hujandi

Monuments in Norak

4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

soviet monument with fountains
welcome to Norak
Ковш
СБУ-2М (Самоходно-Бурильная установка)

Bus Stations in Norak

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Norak Bus Station

Gas Stations in Norak

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TJ #12396809498
TJ #12396809499
TJ #12396809500
TJ #12396877510
TJ #12556880719
TJ #6515405285

Banks in Norak

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amonatbonk
Eskhata Bank
Oriyon Bank
Oriyon Bank
Tojik Sodirot

Shopping Malls in Norak

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Markazi Marim

Ski Resorts Near Norak

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Safed Dara 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Norak

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bokhtar International AirportKQTLarge Airport
Dushanbe International AirportDYULarge Airport
Kulob International AirportTJULarge Airport
Gissar Air Base-Medium Airport
Khovaling Airport-Medium Airport
Danghara Airport-Small Airport
Moskovskiy Pyandzh Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Norak

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Масҷид
Масҷид

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dushanbe
Elevation
885 m (2,904 ft)
Postal Code
735300

🇹🇯 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 Norak

What is the population of Norak?

Norak has a population of 18,122 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 249.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Norak?

Norak enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 6.7 inches of snow.

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