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Rustāq, Afghanistan
Takhar · Afghanistan
Rustāq is a small city in Takhar, Afghanistan with a population of 25,636. Elevation: 4,311 ft (1,314 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rustāq
Rostaq is a village in Takhar Province, in northeastern Afghanistan, near the Tajikistan border. It is the district center of Rustaq District.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,636 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,311 ft (1,314 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.1260°, 69.8305° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Takhar |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.1 inches (612 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.1 inches (15 cm) |
About Rustāq
Rustāq is a small city in Afghanistan (Takhar) with a population of 25,636. The city sits at an elevation of 4,311 feet (1,314 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Rustāq
Rustāq has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.6°C), the coldest is Jan (1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 382 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,311 ft (1,314 m) |
| Area | 846.1 sq mi (2,191.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1260°N, 69.8305°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in |
Rustāq has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 32°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Rustāq
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Farkhor Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Fayzabad Airport | FBD | Small Airport |
| Khoja-i-Ghar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moskovskiy Pyandzh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rostaq Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taleqan Airport | TQN | Small Airport |
| Yangi Qaleh Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yawan Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rustāq
What is the population of Rustāq?
Rustāq has a population of 25,636 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 846.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rustāq?
Rustāq enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.