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Qogham, Kazakhstan

Turkistan · Kazakhstan

Qogham is a small town in Turkistan, Kazakhstan with a population of 2,276. Elevation: 640 ft (195 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

2,276 Population 30/sq mi density
640 ft Elevation 195 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
9.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Almaty Timezone

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About Qogham

Qogham

Otrar or Otyrar, also called Farab, is a ghost town in southern Kazakhstan which was once a settlement located on the Silk Road. It was an important town in the history of Central Asia, situated on the borders of settled and agricultural civilizations. It was the center of a great oasis and political district, commanding a key point connecting Kazakhstan with China, Europe, the Middle East, Siberia and Ural.

People

Population2,276
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain9.4 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Population2,276
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Coordinates42.8277°, 68.2807°
TimezoneAsia/Almaty
Country🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
State / ProvinceTurkistan
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation9.4 inches (238 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)

About Qogham

Qogham is a small town in Kazakhstan (Turkistan) with a population of 2,276. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Almaty.

Qogham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 319 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 9.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above Kazakhstan avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area75.8 sq mi (196.3 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates42.8277°N, 68.2807°W
TimezoneAsia/Almaty

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.4"
75% below Kazakhstan avg
Snowfall 3.7"
Wettest Month (Dec) 1.42"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Feb 6, 2023.

Jun 16, 2011 84 km SSW of Yanykurgan, Kazakhstan M4.7 111 km
Sep 24, 2013 16 km SSE of Chayan, Kazakhstan M4.6 98 km
Apr 9, 1990 32 km E of Qogham, Kazakhstan M4.6 32 km
Jun 8, 2012 19 km WNW of Sastobe, Kazakhstan M4.5 125 km
Feb 6, 2023 24 km NNW of Temirlanovka, Kazakhstan M4.5 72 km
Jan 30, 1994 84 km NW of Chardara, Kazakhstan M4.4 136 km
May 1, 2006 13 km WNW of Shymkent, Kazakhstan M4.4 110 km
May 1, 2006 central Kazakhstan M4.4 108 km
Mar 19, 2022 27 km SSE of Arys, Kazakhstan M4.3 87 km
Apr 9, 2010 12 km ESE of Bayzhansay, Kazakhstan M4.3 148 km
Sep 24, 2013 19 km SSE of Chayan, Kazakhstan M4.3 97 km
Apr 18, 2021 103 km NW of Chardara, Kazakhstan M4.3 134 km
Sep 16, 2002 52 km SSW of Arys, Kazakhstan M4.2 94 km
Jul 18, 2006 110 km SW of Qogham, Kazakhstan M4.1 110 km
Oct 3, 2012 17 km SSW of Bayzhansay, Kazakhstan M4.1 131 km
Jul 2, 2007 22 km SSE of Arys, Kazakhstan M4.0 83 km
Jun 5, 2005 55 km NW of Saryaghash, Kazakhstan M3.9 121 km
Dec 4, 1999 33 km WSW of Turkestan, Kazakhstan M3.9 47 km
Apr 18, 1997 65 km SSW of Yanykurgan, Kazakhstan M3.7 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 1.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in
November 40°F (5°C) 1.0 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 1.4 in Wettest

Qogham has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 26°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (1.4") and August the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Qogham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Visitor center 'Otyrar'
Музей истории Отрара

Hotels in Qogham

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Арыстан-Баб

Train Stations in Qogham

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aqşoqat
Otrabat
Uzınqudıq

Gas Stations in Qogham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KZ #4032604829

Airports Near Qogham

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hazrat Sultan International AirportHSALarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Qogham

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
White mosque with gold dome

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Almaty
Elevation
506 m (1,660 ft)
Postal Code
160000

🇰🇿 About Kazakhstan

Capital Nur-Sultan
Population 18,276,499
Area 2,717,300 km²
GDP (USD) $261,840,101,060
GDP per capita $12,879
HDI 0.802
Life expectancy 74.4 years
Internet users 92.9%
Urban population 61.8%
Currency KZT (Tenge)
Languages Kazakh, Russian
Calling code +7
TLD .kz
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Kazakhstan

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Jan 2 New Year's Day Жаңа жыл
Mar 8 International Women's Day Халықаралық әйелдер күні
Mar 21 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 22 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
Mar 23 Nauryz Meyramy Наурыз мейрамы
May 1 Kazakhstan People's Unity Day Қазақстан халқының
May 7 Defender of the Fatherland Day Отан Қорғаушы күні
May 9 Great Patriotic War Against Fascism Victory Day Жеңіс күні
Jul 6 Capital City Day Астана күні
Aug 30 Constitution Day Конституция күні
Oct 25 Republic Day Республика күні
Dec 16 Independence Day Тәуелсіздік күні

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Frequently Asked Questions About Qogham

What is the population of Qogham?

Qogham has a population of 2,276 residents and is located in Kazakhstan. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 75.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Qogham?

Qogham enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.4 inches, with 3.7 inches of snow.

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