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Rŭshon, Tajikistan
Gorno-Badakhshan · Tajikistan
Rŭshon is a small town in Gorno-Badakhshan, Tajikistan with a population of 4,031. Elevation: 6,529 ft (1,990 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rŭshon
Rushon is a town and the seat of Rushon District of Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region in southeastern Tajikistan. The town with aglomeration has a total population of 6,577 (2015).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,031 |
| Population Density | 449 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,529 ft (1,990 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.9449°, 71.5575° |
| Timezone | Asia/Dushanbe |
| Country | 🇹🇯 Tajikistan |
| State / Province | Gorno-Badakhshan |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.0 inches (381 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.1 inches (21 cm) |
About Rŭshon
Rŭshon is a small town in Tajikistan (Gorno-Badakhshan) with a population of 4,031. The city sits at an elevation of 6,529 feet (1,990 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.
Climate in Rŭshon
Rŭshon 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 275 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 39.6°F |
| 27% below Tajikistan avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,529 ft (1,990 m) |
| Area | 9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 449/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9449°N, 71.5575°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Dushanbe |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.6 in |
Rŭshon has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 17°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.4") and August the driest (0.2").
Schools in Rŭshon
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Boarding School | - | - | - | - |
| Муассисаи таҳсилоти миёнаи умумии №6-и ба номи Одина Раҳматуллоев ноҳияи Рушони ВМКБ | - | - | - | - |
| School disabled | - | - | - | - |
| Муассисаи таҳсилоти миёнаи умумии №7-и ба номи Муҳаббатшо Рузадор ноҳияи Рушони ВМКБ | - | - | - | - |
| School #9 Otambekov Ilchibek | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Rŭshon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Китобхонаи бачагона No. 1 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rŭshon
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rŭshon
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rŭshon
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rŭshon
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rŭshon
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rŭshon
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rŭshon
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rŭshon
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rŭshon
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rŭshon
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rŭshon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rŭshon
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Darwaz Airport | DAZ | Small Airport |
| Khorog Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sheghnan Airport | SGA | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Rŭshon
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| physiotherapy (therapeutic massage room) |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rŭshon
What is the population of Rŭshon?
Rŭshon has a population of 4,031 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 449 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rŭshon?
Rŭshon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.0 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.