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Thatta, Pakistan

Sindh · Pakistan

Thatta is a mid-size city in Sindh, Pakistan with a population of 44,302. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

44,302 Population 153/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
8.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi Timezone

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About Thatta

Thatta

Thatta is a city in the Pakistani province of Sindh. Thatta was the medieval capital of Sindh, and served as the seat of power for three successive dynasties. Its construction was ordered by Jam Nizamuddin II in 1495. Thatta's historic significance has yielded several monuments in and around the city. Thatta's Makli Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is site of one of the world's largest cemeteries and has numerous monumental tombs built between the 14th and 18th centuries designed in a syncretic funerary style characteristic of lower Sindh. The city's 17th century Shah Jahan Mosque is richly embellished with decorative tiles, and is considered to have the most elaborate display of tile work in the South Asia.

People

Population44,302
Density153/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain8.4 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population44,302
Population Density153 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates24.7475°, 67.9235°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvinceSindh
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation8.4 inches (212 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Thatta

Thatta is a mid-size city in Pakistan (Sindh) with a population of 44,302. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Karachi.

Climate in Thatta

Thatta has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18°C). Average annual precipitation is 574 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18°C / 64°F 6.8° / 31.7° 2.8
Feb 22.3°C / 72°F 9.6° / 36.6° 1.4
Mar 26.6°C / 80°F 13.9° / 40.9° 5.1
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 19.9° / 43.7° 3.8
May 32.5°C / 90°F 23.1° / 45° 94.8
Jun 33.3°C / 92°F 26.9° / 44.3° 24.5
Jul 31.5°C / 89°F 26.6° / 40.9° 157.5
Aug 29.7°C / 85°F 24.8° / 38.4° 199.9
Sep 29.3°C / 85°F 23.4° / 38.3° 75.4
Oct 28.4°C / 83°F 19.3° / 38.7° 5.2
Nov 25°C / 77°F 14° / 37.1° 2.2
Dec 19.5°C / 67°F 8.3° / 32.7° 1.2
Thatta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 321 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 8.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Pakistan avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area289.2 sq mi (749.1 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates24.7475°N, 67.9235°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 8.4"
78% below Pakistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.94"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.6 on Mar 31, 2025.

Mar 17, 2009 Pakistan M5.0 147 km
Sep 10, 1991 29 km SW of Kadhan, Pakistan M4.8 104 km
Sep 10, 1991 42 km ESE of Jati, Pakistan M4.7 96 km
Mar 31, 2025 55 km ESE of Uthal, Pakistan M4.6 127 km
Aug 12, 2019 52 km WNW of Kotri, Pakistan M4.5 90 km
Mar 7, 2013 30 km E of Jati, Pakistan M4.5 78 km
Apr 11, 1997 57 km WSW of Sann, Pakistan M4.3 118 km
Feb 9, 1993 16 km SSE of Tando Bago, Pakistan M4.3 109 km
Oct 14, 2013 75 km NNE of Malir Cantonment, Pakistan M4.2 99 km
May 31, 2012 29 km SSE of Karachi, Pakistan M4.0 86 km
Apr 21, 2007 72 km W of Keti Bandar, Pakistan M3.9 143 km
Apr 29, 1992 61 km SSW of Karachi, Pakistan M3.7 120 km
Apr 21, 1997 43 km SW of Sann, Pakistan M3.7 117 km
Dec 28, 1992 56 km WSW of Kotri, Pakistan M3.6 58 km
May 4, 1992 11 km W of Naukot, Pakistan M3.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
1999 Unnamed Category 3 57 km
1998 Unnamed Category 2 287 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1845 RANN OF KUTCH Earthquake - - 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in
May 89°F (32°C) 0.1 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.8 in Warmest
July 87°F (31°C) 3.9 in Wettest
August 85°F (30°C) 2.1 in
September 85°F (30°C) 0.6 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.0 in Driest
November 76°F (24°C) 0.1 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Thatta has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 65°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and October the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Thatta

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Govt Boys Degree College Thatta - - - -
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Radio Stations near Thatta

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Thatta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Makli Sindh Pakistan

Hotels in Thatta

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jahanzeb
M4 Guesthouse Makli

Restaurants in Thatta

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Al Ghausia Sada Bahar Restaurant
Makli Grill Air Conditioned Hotel
Pizza Hut
Zaiqa Darbar Restaurant

Train Stations in Thatta

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Braudabad
Jungshahi
Utram

Gas Stations in Thatta

12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GHAUSIA PETROL SERVICE Total Petrol Station
Hascol Pump Shah Muraad Petroleum Services
Makli CNG Station
Makli Fuelling Station
MEHBOOB SHAH PSO PATROL PUMP
Noorani Fuel Station
Noori CNG Station
Noori Filling Station Byco
Pakistan State Oil
Pakistan State Oil
PK #4962155521
Shell

Banks in Thatta

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank Al Habib
Habib Bank Limited
MCB Bank
National Bank of Pakistan
National Bank of Pakistan

Airports Near Thatta

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gharo Airport-Small Airport
Hyderabad AirportHDDSmall Airport
Jungshahi Airstrip-Small Airport
PAF Bholari-Small Airport
Sujawal Airport-Small Airport
UEPL Khaskheli Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Thatta

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Thatta

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Historical Monuments at Makli, ThattaCultural1981

Churches & Religious Organizations in Thatta

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bhittai Masjid
Makli Temple
Masjid
Masjid Civil Hospital
Masjid Shah Jahan

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Karachi

🇵🇰 About Pakistan

Capital Islamabad
Population 212,215,030
Area 803,940 km²
GDP (USD) $336,686,348,609
GDP per capita $1,360
HDI 0.544
Life expectancy 67.7 years
Internet users 27.4%
Urban population 38.8%
Currency PKR (Rupee)
Languages English, Urdu
Calling code +92
TLD .pk
Driving side left

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Thatta

Historical Monuments at Makli, Thatta
Cultural · inscribed 1981
The capital of three successive dynasties and later ruled by the Mughal emperors of Delhi, Thatta was constantly embellished from the 14th to the 18th century. The remains of the city and its necropolis provide a unique view of civilization in Sind.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thatta

What is the population of Thatta?

Thatta has a population of 44,302 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 153 people per square mile, spread across 289.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Thatta?

Thatta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.

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