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Shahrak, Afghanistan

Ghowr · Afghanistan

Shahrak is a small city in Ghowr, Afghanistan with a population of 15,967. Elevation: 7,733 ft (2,357 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

15,967 Population 10/sq mi density
7,733 ft Elevation 2,357 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
11.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Shahrak

Zumrad is a jamoat in northern Tajikistan. It is part of the city of Isfara in Sughd Region. The jamoat has a total population of 16,555 (2015). It consists of 6 villages, including Shahrak and Chordeh.

People

Population15,967
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain11.5 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation7,733 ft (2,357 m)
Population15,967
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation7,733 ft (2,357 m)
Coordinates34.1074°, 64.3052°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceGhowr
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation11.5 inches (291 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.1 inches (26 cm)

About Shahrak

Shahrak is a small city in Afghanistan (Ghowr) with a population of 15,967. The city sits at an elevation of 7,733 feet (2,357 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 9°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Climate in Shahrak

Shahrak has an average annual temperature of 7.3°C (45°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 362 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5.5°C / 22°F -20.2° / 4.4° 29.4
Feb -2.3°C / 28°F -16.1° / 10° 39.1
Mar 1.8°C / 35°F -12.2° / 15.4° 117.8
Apr 7.2°C / 45°F -4.9° / 19.6° 56.7
May 11.4°C / 53°F -3.3° / 24.2° 17.1
Jun 16°C / 61°F 0.4° / 30.6° 0.4
Jul 19.7°C / 67°F 6° / 32.8° 1.3
Aug 17.7°C / 64°F 4.1° / 31.3° 1.0
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F -0.5° / 28.2° 2.4
Oct 8.1°C / 47°F -3.8° / 22.4° 5.9
Nov 2.3°C / 36°F -7.5° / 15.5° 42.7
Dec -2.7°C / 27°F -15° / 9.5° 48.1
Shahrak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 315 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 11.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7,733 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below Afghanistan avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,733 ft (2,357 m)
Area1,646.7 sq mi (4,265.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates34.1074°N, 64.3052°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.5"
70% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 10.1"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.76"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M5.3 on Jan 17, 2022.

Jan 17, 2022 45 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan M5.3 111 km
Jan 17, 2022 49 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan M4.9 109 km
Nov 6, 1990 70 km SE of Karukh, Afghanistan M4.5 100 km
Aug 17, 2021 81 km SSW of Maymana, Afghanistan M4.3 125 km
Aug 28, 2021 46 km SE of Ghormach, Afghanistan M4.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 15°F (-10°C) 2.2 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in
April 42°F (6°C) 0.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 0.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 0.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 0.0 in
October 42°F (5°C) 0.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 2.2 in

Shahrak has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 9°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Shahrak

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Airports Near Shahrak

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Taywarah AirportSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Shahrak

2 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Minaret and Archaeological Remains of JamCultural2002
Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
2,357 m (7,733 ft)

🇦🇫 About Afghanistan

Capital Kabul
Population 37,172,386
Area 647,500 km²
GDP (USD) $17,152,234,637
GDP per capita $414
HDI 0.462
Life expectancy 66.0 years
Internet users 17.7%
Urban population 25.5%
Currency AFN (Afghani)
Languages Dari, Pashto, Turkmen
Calling code +93
TLD .af
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Shahrak

Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam
Cultural · inscribed 2002
The 65m-tall Minaret of Jam is a graceful, soaring structure, dating back to the 12th century. Covered in elaborate brickwork with a blue tile inscription at the top, it is noteworthy for the quality of its architecture and decoration, which represent the culm...
Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam
· inscribed 0

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shahrak

What is the population of Shahrak?

Shahrak has a population of 15,967 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,646.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shahrak?

Shahrak has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.5 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow.

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