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Takhta-Bazar, Turkmenistan

Mary · Turkmenistan

Takhta-Bazar is a small city in Mary, Turkmenistan with a population of 5,907. Elevation: 1,152 ft (351 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

5,907 Population 2,881/sq mi density
1,152 ft Elevation 351 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
12.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Ashgabat Timezone

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About Takhta-Bazar

Tagtabazar, formerly known as Panjdeh or Pendi, is a town and capital of Tagtabazar District in the Mary Province of Turkmenistan. It is located roughly 20 km west of the Afghanistan–Turkmenistan border, along the Murgap River. In 2022, it had a population of 13,312 people.

People

Population5,907
Density2,881/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Population5,907
Population Density2,881 / sq mi
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Coordinates35.9561°, 62.9184°
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat
Country🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
State / ProvinceMary
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation12.6 inches (321 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Takhta-Bazar

Takhta-Bazar is a small city in Turkmenistan (Mary) with a population of 5,907. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet (351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 88°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.

Climate in Takhta-Bazar

Takhta-Bazar has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 274 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 53.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 74.7
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 10.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.2
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 38.9
Takhta-Bazar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 313 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 12.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above Turkmenistan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density2,881/sq mi
Coordinates35.9561°N, 62.9184°W
TimezoneAsia/Ashgabat

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.6"
67% below Turkmenistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 3, 2023.

Nov 9, 1999 85 km NE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M5.4 148 km
Jan 17, 2022 45 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan M5.3 131 km
Jan 17, 2022 49 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan M4.9 132 km
Jun 3, 2023 49 km NE of Sarakhs, Iran M4.5 149 km
Nov 9, 1999 79 km NE of Torbat-e J?m, Iran M4.2 148 km
Aug 28, 2021 46 km SE of Ghormach, Afghanistan M4.1 124 km
Jun 19, 2005 46 km SW of Maymana, Afghanistan M3.7 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
March 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
June 84°F (29°C) 0.0 in
July 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 0.2 in
November 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in

Takhta-Bazar has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 38°F in January to 88°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Takhta-Bazar

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Secondary School No. 2
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Farmers Markets in Takhta-Bazar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pendi Sowda Merkezi

Train Stations in Takhta-Bazar

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Km 220
Tagtabazar

Airports Near Takhta-Bazar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kala-I-Mor AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Ashgabat

🇹🇲 About Turkmenistan

Capital Ashgabat
Population 5,850,908
Area 488,100 km²
GDP (USD) $45,894,538,666
GDP per capita $6,232
HDI 0.764
Life expectancy 70.1 years
Internet users 21.3%
Urban population 47.1%
Currency TMT (Manat)
Languages Russian, Turkmen
Calling code +993
TLD .tm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Takhta-Bazar

What is the population of Takhta-Bazar?

Takhta-Bazar has a population of 5,907 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 2,881 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Takhta-Bazar?

Takhta-Bazar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 88°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.6 inches.

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