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Pārūn, Afghanistan

Nuristan · Afghanistan

Pārūn is a small town in Nuristan, Afghanistan with a population of 1,000. Elevation: 9,042 ft (2,756 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

1,000 Population 11/sq mi density
9,042 ft Elevation 2,756 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Pārūn

Pārūn

Parun or Paroon, historically called Prasun and Prasungul, is a town in eastern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Nuristan Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Parun District and has an estimated population of 11,563 people.

People

Population1,000
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation9,042 ft (2,756 m)
Population1,000
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation9,042 ft (2,756 m)
Coordinates35.4206°, 70.9226°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceNuristan
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.9 inches (61 cm)

About Pārūn

Pārūn is a small town in Afghanistan (Nuristan) with a population of 1,000. The city sits at an elevation of 9,042 feet (2,756 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Pārūn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.2 inches. The area receives 23.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 9,042 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average34.0°F
37% below Afghanistan avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,042 ft (2,756 m)
Area92.6 sq mi (239.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates35.4206°N, 70.9226°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"
13% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 23.9"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.54"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,417 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.0 on Aug 28, 2025.

Mar 3, 2002 51 km SW of Jurm, Afghanistan M7.4 127 km
Aug 9, 1993 53 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan M7.0 107 km
Jan 31, 1991 77 km NW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M6.9 78 km
Jul 14, 1991 53 km SW of Ashk?sham, Afghanistan M6.7 103 km
Jan 3, 2009 50 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.6 112 km
Apr 5, 2004 Afghanistan-Tajikistan-Pakistan region M6.6 122 km
Apr 10, 2016 42 km WSW of Ashk?sham, Afghanistan M6.6 119 km
Mar 21, 2023 40 km SSE of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.5 123 km
Nov 8, 1999 31 km SW of Ashk?sham, Afghanistan M6.5 126 km
May 13, 1997 51 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.5 110 km
Feb 20, 1998 46 km WSW of Ashk?sham, Afghanistan M6.4 119 km
Aug 9, 1993 48 km SSW of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.4 115 km
Jul 13, 1990 50 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.4 111 km
Jan 11, 2024 45 km SSW of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.4 123 km
Dec 17, 1997 53 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.3 108 km
Oct 18, 1995 49 km ESE of Farkh?r, Afghanistan M6.3 122 km
Jun 30, 1994 Afghanistan-Tajikistan-Pakistan region M6.3 102 km
Mar 3, 2002 54 km ESE of Farkh?r, Afghanistan M6.3 120 km
May 12, 2000 66 km NNW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M6.3 66 km
Sep 17, 2010 47 km S of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.3 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 2.8 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 21°F (-6°C) 6.2 in
April 32°F (0°C) 6.5 in Wettest
May 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
June 50°F (10°C) 0.9 in
July 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
September 47°F (8°C) 0.7 in Driest
October 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 2.8 in

Pārūn has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 14°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.5") and September the driest (0.7").

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Airports Near Pārūn

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Koran va Monjan AirportSmall Airport
Razer AirportKURSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
2,756 m (9,042 ft)

🇦🇫 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 Pārūn

What is the population of Pārūn?

Pārūn has a population of 1,000 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 92.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pārūn?

Pārūn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches, with 23.9 inches of snow.

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