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Taloqan, Afghanistan
Takhar · Afghanistan
Taloqan is a mid-size city in Takhar, Afghanistan with a population of 64,256. Elevation: 2,628 ft (801 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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About Taloqan
Taloqan, also written as Taleqan or Taluqan, is a city in northern Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Takhar Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Taloqan District and has an estimated population of 284,990 people. Ethnically, they are Tajiks, Uzbeks, Pashtuns and Hazaras.
People
Climate
| Population | 64,256 |
| Population Density | 252 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,628 ft (801 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7361°, 69.5345° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Takhar |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 19.3 inches (491 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Taloqan
Taloqan is a mid-size city in Afghanistan (Takhar) with a population of 64,256. The city sits at an elevation of 2,628 feet (801 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Taloqan
Taloqan has an average annual temperature of 14.4°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.7°C), the coldest is Jan (2.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 352 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,628 ft (801 m) |
| Area | 255.2 sq mi (661.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7361°N, 69.5345°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 1.6 in |
Taloqan has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 35°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (0.0").
Schools in Taloqan
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| د حضرت علي تخته کوپرک عالي لیسه | — | — | — | — |
| Nisar Ahmad Shaheed school | — | — | — | — |
Cinemas in Taloqan
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Taloqan
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Farkhor Air Base | — | Medium Airport |
| Kunduz Airport | UND | Medium Airport |
| Khoja-i-Ghar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar South Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rostaq Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Taleqan Airport | TQN | Small Airport |
| Yangi Qaleh Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taloqan
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aboayoub Ansari Mosque | |
| Central Grand Mosque of Taloqan | |
| Masjid Jami Dilger say |
Quick Facts
Around Taloqan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Taloqan?
Taloqan has a population of 64,256 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 252 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taloqan?
Taloqan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.3 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.