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Tarinkot, Afghanistan
Oruzgan · Afghanistan
Tarinkot is a small city in Oruzgan, Afghanistan with a population of 10,000. Elevation: 4,347 ft (1,325 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tarinkot
Tarinkot or Terinkot is a city in south-central Afghanistan, serving as the capital of Uruzgan Province. It is within the jurisdiction of Tarinkot District and has an estimated population of 127,095 people. Majority of its residents are Pashto-speaking ethnic Pashtuns. The current mayor of the city is Mawlawi Abdul Rasheed Hidayatullah.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,000 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,347 ft (1,325 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.6300°, 65.8781° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
| Country | 🇦🇫 Afghanistan |
| State / Province | Oruzgan |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.8 inches (250 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.8 inches (5 cm) |
About Tarinkot
Tarinkot is a small city in Afghanistan (Oruzgan) with a population of 10,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,347 feet (1,325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kabul.
Climate in Tarinkot
Tarinkot has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3°C). Average annual precipitation is 459 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above Afghanistan avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,347 ft (1,325 m) |
| Area | 268.2 sq mi (694.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6300°N, 65.8781°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in |
Tarinkot has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 30°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (2.6") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tarinkot
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charamgar School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Tarinkot
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tarinkot Airport | TII | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Tarinkot?
Tarinkot has a population of 10,000 residents and is located in Afghanistan. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 268.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarinkot?
Tarinkot enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches, with 1.8 inches of snow.