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Sar-e Pul, Afghanistan
Sar-e Pol Province · Afghanistan
Sar-e Pul is a mid-size city in Sar-e Pol Province, Afghanistan with a population of 52,121. Elevation: 2,156 ft (657 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sar-e Pul
Sar-e-Pol, also written as Sar-i-Pul, and historically known as Anbar, is a city in northern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Sar-e-Pol Province. The city is within the jurisdiction of Sar-e-Pol District and has an estimated population of 134,809 people. Qari Abdul Vakil Moaz serves as the mayor of the city.
People
Climate
| Population | 52,121 |
| Population Density | 4,517 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,156 ft (657 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.2154°, 65.9325° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Sar-e Pol Province |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.4 inches (238 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
About Sar-e Pul
Sar-e Pul is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Sar-e Pol Province) with a population of 52,121. The city sits at an elevation of 2,156 feet (657 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Sar-e Pul
Sar-e Pul has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.7°C), the coldest is Jan (1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 208 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,156 ft (657 m) |
| Area | 11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,517/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2154°N, 65.9325°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in |
Sar-e Pul has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 35°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Airports Near Sar-e Pul
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andkhoy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sheberghan Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Sar-e Pul?
Sar-e Pul has a population of 52,121 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 4,517 people per square mile, spread across 11.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sar-e Pul?
Sar-e Pul enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°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 1.5 inches of snow.