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Paghmān, Afghanistan

Kabul · Afghanistan

Paghmān is a mid-size city in Kabul, Afghanistan with a population of 49,157. Elevation: 7,638 ft (2,328 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

49,157 Population 51/sq mi density
7,638 ft Elevation 2,328 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
21.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Paghmān

Paghmān

Paghman is a town in the hills near Afghanistan's capital of Kabul. It is the seat of the Paghman District which has a population of about 120,000, mainly Pashtuns and Tajiks. The gardens of Paghman are a major tourist attraction, and the reason for the city being known as the garden capital of Afghanistan. The neighboring town of Qargha is to the southeast, which can be reached by several roads.

People

Population49,157
Density51/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation7,638 ft (2,328 m)
Population49,157
Population Density51 / sq mi
Elevation7,638 ft (2,328 m)
Coordinates34.5879°, 68.9509°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceKabul
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.8 inches (554 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.5 inches (34 cm)

About Paghmān

Paghmān is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Kabul) with a population of 49,157. The city sits at an elevation of 7,638 feet (2,328 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Paghmān

Paghmān 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 284 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 38.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 60.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 77.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.3
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 16.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 2.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 4.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 15.5
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 20.9
Paghmān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 296 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 21.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7,638 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below Afghanistan avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,638 ft (2,328 m)
Area965.3 sq mi (2,500.0 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates34.5879°N, 68.9509°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.8"
43% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 13.5"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.92"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 13, 2025.

Feb 11, 1999 27 km WNW of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M6.0 53 km
Apr 24, 2013 16 km S of Mehtar L?m, Afghanistan M5.5 116 km
Jan 18, 2005 63 km SW of ?uk?mat? Dahanah-ye Gh?r?, Afghanistan M5.3 138 km
Apr 19, 1990 19 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.3 96 km
Mar 2, 2022 34 km NE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M5.2 130 km
Apr 16, 2009 39 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.2 113 km
Jul 18, 2004 33 km SE of Gardez, Afghanistan M5.2 140 km
Oct 30, 2009 34 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 108 km
Jun 24, 2021 10 km SW of Charikar, Afghanistan M5.1 42 km
Apr 12, 2002 23 km SSE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.1 147 km
Apr 16, 2009 38 km ESE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.1 115 km
Jun 1, 2001 14 km ENE of Jabal os Saraj, Afghanistan M5.0 76 km
Feb 24, 1993 9 km E of Tag?b, Afghanistan M4.9 79 km
Jun 25, 1997 15 km E of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.9 37 km
May 28, 1997 7 km SW of B?my?n, Afghanistan M4.9 109 km
Jan 17, 2011 13 km NE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M4.8 109 km
Jul 11, 2008 11 km NNE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M4.8 107 km
May 18, 2012 37 km N of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M4.8 62 km
Sep 25, 2011 26 km ESE of Kabul, Afghanistan M4.8 48 km
Apr 12, 2010 35 km E of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M4.8 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 3.7 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 4.7 in
April 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in Wettest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 60°F (15°C) 0.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
October 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
November 35°F (1°C) 0.9 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in

Paghmān has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 18°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.9") and August the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Paghmān

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 93 Mianwali (PK) - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Paghmān

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ethnographical museum
Kabul Museum
Kabul Museum
National Archive of Afghanistan
National Archive of Afghanistan
OMAR Mine ERW War Museum
The National museum of Nuristan
The National museum of Nuristan

Libraries in Paghmān

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kabul University Library0.0
Marlowe Library0.0
Nima Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Paghmān

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
(انبار کودها)گدام برادران صداقت
Asai Market
Bird Market
Bird Market
Car Batteries
Car Batteries
Car Batteries
Car Batteries
Car Parts
Car Parts
Car Spare Parts
Car Spare Parts
Computer Market
Fresh Fruits
Fresh Fruits
Fruit Market
Fruit Market
Madina Bazar
Najib Zarab
Najib Zarab
Power Tools
Power Tools
Qaazi Plaza
Qaazi Plaza
مارکت مروارید

Stadiums & Teams in Paghmān

TeamLeagueDivision
Alokozay International Cricket Stadium
Ghazi Stadium

Airports Near Paghmān

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kabul International AirportKBLLarge Airport
Bagram AirfieldOAIMedium Airport
Charikar Airport-Small Airport
Kutub Khel Airport-Small Airport
Logar Airport-Small Airport
Mohammad Agha Wuluswali Airport-Small Airport
Shank Air BaseOAASmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Paghmān

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arman Gharb
Barin Clinic
Blossom Health Care Center (BHCC)
Clinic 50 bestar Dashte Barchi
Doctor Najib Dabiri Clinic
Estiqlal Medcal Laboratory
Habib Rohani Medical Center
Hareer Dental
Turkish Clinic
Turkiye Chenar Clinic
شفاخانه اورتپیدی کمال
کلینیک آینه صحت
کلینیک تخصصی اورتوپدی داکتر ظاهر عثمان
کلینیک سراپا کابل سیرت
کلینیک نثار نیازی
مرکز آلرژی (حساسیت) افغانستان
مرکز تشخیص الرژی (حساسیت) اظهر

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
2,328 m (7,638 ft)
Area
2,500.0 km² (965.0 mi²)

Things to See Near Paghmān

2 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (2)
  • • Chihil Dukhtaran Mountain
  • • Koh Chihil Dukhtaran

🇦🇫 About Afghanistan

Capital Kabul
Population 37,172,386
Area 647,500 km²
GDP (USD) $17,152,234,637
GDP per capita $414
HDI 0.462
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 17.7%
Urban population 25.5%
Currency AFN (Afghani)
Languages Dari, Pashto, Turkmen
Calling code +93
TLD .af
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paghmān

What is the population of Paghmān?

Paghmān has a population of 49,157 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 965.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Paghmān?

Paghmān has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.8 inches, with 13.5 inches of snow.

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