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Taftan, Pakistan
Balochistan · Pakistan
Taftan is a small city in Balochistan, Pakistan with a population of 18,510. Elevation: 2,582 ft (787 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Taftan
Taftan is a trunk road and railway town in Chagai District, Balochistan, Pakistan. It is one of Pakistan's border crossings with Iran. It is by either road or rail over 500 km (310 mi) from Quetta.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,510 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,582 ft (787 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.9469°, 61.5866° |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
| Country | 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| State / Province | Balochistan |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (34°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.4 inches (62 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taftan
Taftan is a small city in Pakistan (Balochistan) with a population of 18,510. The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 feet (787 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 94°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Karachi.
Climate in Taftan
Taftan has an average annual temperature of 22.6°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jul (34.9°C), the coldest is Jan (9.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 112 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Pakistan avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 94°F (34°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,582 ft (787 m) |
| Area | 6,198.8 sq mi (16,054.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.9469°N, 61.5866°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Karachi |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 92°F (33°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 94°F (34°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 90°F (32°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in |
Taftan has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 51°F in January to 94°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.7") and September the driest (0.0").
Train Stations in Taftan
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Taftan
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Taftan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Taftan
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zahedan International Airport | ZAH | Large Airport |
| Juzzak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Khāsh Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reko Diq Airport | REQ | Small Airport |
| Taftan Airport | TFT | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taftan
What is the population of Taftan?
Taftan has a population of 18,510 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 6,198.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taftan?
Taftan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 94°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.4 inches.