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Tejen, Turkmenistan
Ahal · Turkmenistan
Tejen is a mid-size city in Ahal, Turkmenistan with a population of 67,488. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tejen
Tejen is an oasis city in the Karakum Desert, in Ahal Province of Turkmenistan. It lies along the M37 highway, between Duşak and Mary, 223 kilometres (139 mi) by road southeast of Ashgabat. It has a population of approximately 67,500. To the east is the larger oasis of Mary. Khlopin suggests Tejen may have been the birthplace of Zoroaster.
People
Climate
| Population | 67,488 |
| Population Density | 267 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.3834°, 60.5055° |
| Timezone | Asia/Ashgabat |
| Country | 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan |
| State / Province | Ahal |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.4 inches (163 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tejen
Tejen is a mid-size city in Turkmenistan (Ahal) with a population of 67,488. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet (190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.
Climate in Tejen
Tejen 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 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Turkmenistan avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 623 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 253.1 sq mi (655.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3834°N, 60.5055°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Ashgabat |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 87°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 0.8 in |
Tejen has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 37°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 6.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Tejen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining College | College | - | , |
Schools in Tejen
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art School | - | - | - | - |
| школа, mekdep | - | - | - | - |
| #32 | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 7 | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Secondary School No. 6 | - | - | - | - |
| 10-nji Orta Mekdep | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Tejen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahal Bazaar | |||||
| Green Bazaar |
Cafes in Tejen
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tejen
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tejen
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tejen
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tejen
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tejen
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tejen
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tejen Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tejen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Apostle Thomas | |
| Metjit |
Quick Facts
Around Tejen
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇹🇲 About Turkmenistan
Frequently Asked Questions About Tejen
What is the population of Tejen?
Tejen has a population of 67,488 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 267 people per square mile, spread across 253.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tejen?
Tejen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.4 inches.