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Qalāt, Afghanistan
Zabul · Afghanistan
Qalāt is a small city in Zabul, Afghanistan with a population of 12,191. Elevation: 5,144 ft (1,568 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Qalāt
Qalat, also known as Kalat, and historically referred to as Qalāti Khaljī, and Qalat-i Ghilzai, is a city in southern Afghanistan that serves as the capital of Zabul Province. It is linked by Highway 1 with Kandahar to the southwest and Ghazni to the northeast. The city had 5,462 dwellings in 2014, with an estimated population of approximately 49,158 people. Qalat is divided by at least 4 police districts (nahias) with land area of 4,820 hectares.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,191 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,144 ft (1,568 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.1058°, 66.9083° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Zabul |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.1 inches (281 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.2 inches (13 cm) |
About Qalāt
Qalāt is a small city in Afghanistan (Zabul) with a population of 12,191. The city sits at an elevation of 5,144 feet (1,568 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Qalāt
Qalāt has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 578 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.7°F |
| 5% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,144 ft (1,568 m) |
| Area | 269.8 sq mi (698.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1058°N, 66.9083°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°F (-3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.7 in |
Qalāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 27°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.8") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Qalāt
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| بی بی خالا لیسه | — | — | — | — |
Gas Stations in Qalāt
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Qalāt
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Qalat Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Qalāt
What is the population of Qalāt?
Qalāt has a population of 12,191 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 269.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Qalāt?
Qalāt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.