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Türkmenbaşy, Turkmenistan
Balkan · Turkmenistan
Türkmenbaşy is a mid-size city in Balkan, Turkmenistan with a population of 91,745. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Türkmenbaşy
Saparmurat Atayevich Niyazov was a Turkmen politician and dictator who led Turkmenistan from 1985 until his death in 2006. He was the first secretary of the Communist Party of Turkmenistan from 1985 until 1991 and supported the 1991 Soviet coup attempt. He continued to rule Turkmenistan as the first president for 15 years after independence from the Soviet Union in 1991.
People
Climate
| Population | 91,745 |
| Population Density | 675 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0222°, 52.9552° |
| Timezone | Asia/Ashgabat |
| Country | 🇹🇲 Turkmenistan |
| State / Province | Balkan |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.2 inches (132 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Türkmenbaşy
Türkmenbaşy is a mid-size city in Turkmenistan (Balkan) with a population of 91,745. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Ashgabat.
Climate in Türkmenbaşy
Türkmenbaşy has an average annual temperature of 15.7°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 116 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above Turkmenistan avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 327 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 135.9 sq mi (352.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 675/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0222°N, 52.9552°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Ashgabat |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1895 | CASPIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 86 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 0.7 in |
Türkmenbaşy has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 37°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (0.8") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Türkmenbaşy
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary School No. 14 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 10 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 17 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 7 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 6 | — | — | — | — |
| Школа № 14 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 10 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 11 | — | — | — | — |
| Secondary School No. 8 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Türkmenbaşy
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Türkmenbaşy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Музей |
Farmers Markets in Türkmenbaşy
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenar Bazary | |||||
| Shagadam | |||||
| Turkmenbashy Market |
Restaurants in Türkmenbaşy
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Türkmenbaşy
11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Türkmenbaşy
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Türkmenbaşy
6 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Türkmenbaşy
3 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Türkmenbaşy
7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Türkmenbaşy
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Türkmenbaşy
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Türkmenbaşy
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Türkmenbaşy
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Türkmenbaşy
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Türkmenbaşy
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Türkmenbaşy
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Türkmenbaşy
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Türkmenbaşy
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Turkmenbaşy International Airport | KRW | Medium Airport |
| Cheleken East Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yangadzha Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Türkmenbaşy
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Central Post Office | |
| Post Office | |
| Почта |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Türkmenbaşy
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Armenian Church | |
| Church of the Archangel Michael | |
| Türkmen Metjidi |
Quick Facts
Around Türkmenbaşy
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Türkmenbaşy
9 places within 15 km
- • Front 339.4
- • Front LL 2A
- • Rear 339.4
- • Rear 339.4
- • Rear LL 2B
- • Meresen
- • Şagadam
- • Soýmonow
- • Umçaly
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Türkmenbaşy
What is the population of Türkmenbaşy?
Türkmenbaşy has a population of 91,745 residents and is located in Turkmenistan. The population density is 675 people per square mile, spread across 135.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Türkmenbaşy?
Türkmenbaşy enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches.