Pul-e ‘Alam, Afghanistan
Logar · Afghanistan
Pul-e ‘Alam is a small city in Logar, Afghanistan with a population of 22,914. Elevation: 6,302 ft (1,921 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Pul-e ‘Alam
Pul-i-Alam, also written as Puli Alam, Pul-e Alam or Pul-e-Alam, is a city in eastern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Logar Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Puli Alam District and has an estimated population of 130,793 people. They are mostly ethnic Pashtuns and Tajiks. The city had 2,546 dwellings in 2015.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,914 |
| Population Density | 87 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,302 ft (1,921 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.9953°, 69.0227° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Logar |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.7 inches (297 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (12 cm) |
About Pul-e ‘Alam
Pul-e ‘Alam is a small city in Afghanistan (Logar) with a population of 22,914. The city sits at an elevation of 6,302 feet (1,921 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Pul-e ‘Alam
Pul-e ‘Alam has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 722 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,302 ft (1,921 m) |
| Area | 264.0 sq mi (683.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9953°N, 69.0227°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-7°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.0 in |
Pul-e ‘Alam has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 19°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.5") and September the driest (0.1").
Schools in Pul-e ‘Alam
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| دکوچیانوعالی لیسه | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Pul-e ‘Alam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| دلوګرداطلاعاتو اوفرهنګ ریاست | |||||
| زرعت ولسوالی محمدآِغه | |||||
| شاروالی تالار |
Bus Stations in Pul-e ‘Alam
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pul-e ‘Alam
18 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pul-e ‘Alam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pul-e ‘Alam
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kabul International Airport | KBL | Large Airport |
| Forward Operating Base Arian Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gardez Airport | GRG | Small Airport |
| Ghazni Airport | GZI | Small Airport |
| Kutub Khel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Logar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mohammad Agha Wuluswali Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sardeh Band Airport | SBF | Small Airport |
| Shank Air Base | OAA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pul-e ‘Alam
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| تکیه خانه | |
| دلوګرولایت جامع جومات | |
| مسجد جامع لوګر | |
| مسجد شریف | |
| مسجد شریف قریه سید حبیب الله |
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What is the population of Pul-e ‘Alam?
Pul-e ‘Alam has a population of 22,914 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 264.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pul-e ‘Alam?
Pul-e ‘Alam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 11.7 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.
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