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Sidqābād, Afghanistan

Kapisa · Afghanistan

Sidqābād is a small city in Kapisa, Afghanistan with a population of 7,407. Elevation: 4,875 ft (1,486 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

7,407 Population 100/sq mi density
4,875 ft Elevation 1,486 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
21.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kabul Timezone

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About Sidqābād

Mahmud Raqi is a city in the northeastern part of Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Kapisa Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Mahmud Raqi District and has an estimated population of 79,313 people.

People

Population7,407
Density100/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Population7,407
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Coordinates35.0230°, 69.3511°
TimezoneAsia/Kabul
Country🇦🇫 Afghanistan
State / ProvinceKapisa
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (537 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)

About Sidqābād

Sidqābād is a small city in Afghanistan (Kapisa) with a population of 7,407. The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet (1,486 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.

Sidqābād experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,875 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below Afghanistan avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,875 ft (1,486 m)
Area74.1 sq mi (191.8 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates35.0230°N, 69.3511°W
TimezoneAsia/Kabul

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.1"
44% below Afghanistan avg
Snowfall 7.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 4.92"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

584 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 13, 2025.

Jan 31, 1991 77 km NW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M6.9 145 km
Mar 25, 2002 16 km E of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M6.1 116 km
Feb 11, 1999 27 km WNW of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M6.0 85 km
May 15, 1990 77 km SE of Farkh?r, Afghanistan M6.0 150 km
Apr 12, 2002 28 km ESE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.9 104 km
Oct 25, 1990 51 km SW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M5.8 104 km
Jun 11, 2012 20 km ESE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.7 111 km
Feb 27, 2010 72 km SSE of Farkh?r, Afghanistan M5.7 121 km
Mar 27, 2002 19 km ESE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.6 111 km
Apr 24, 2013 16 km S of Mehtar L?m, Afghanistan M5.5 97 km
Dec 29, 2012 43 km NW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M5.5 137 km
Jul 15, 2004 59 km NNW of P?r?n, Afghanistan M5.4 146 km
Jun 11, 2012 24 km E of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.4 113 km
Apr 19, 1990 19 km SSE of ?uk?mat? Azrah, Afghanistan M5.3 117 km
Jan 2, 2001 12 km NNW of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.3 130 km
Jan 18, 2005 63 km SW of ?uk?mat? Dahanah-ye Gh?r?, Afghanistan M5.3 138 km
Mar 2, 2022 34 km NE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M5.2 70 km
Aug 10, 1992 50 km E of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.2 117 km
Sep 25, 2012 24 km NNE of Nahr?n, Afghanistan M5.2 140 km
Jan 20, 2009 72 km NNE of B?z?rak, Afghanistan M5.2 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 3.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
July 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in

Sidqābād has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.9") and June the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sidqābād

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sayed Jamaluddin Primary School
شهید مظفر د نجونو ښونځی
لیسه عالی پسرانه محمودراقی
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Radio Stations near Sidqābād

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM 93 Mianwali (PK) MP3 128 kbps

Stadiums & Teams in Sidqābād

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Airports Near Sidqābād

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kabul International AirportKBLLarge Airport
Bagram AirfieldOAIMedium Airport
Charikar AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Elevation
1,486 m (4,876 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sidqābād

What is the population of Sidqābād?

Sidqābād has a population of 7,407 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 74.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sidqābād?

Sidqābād has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow.

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