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Vakhsh, Tajikistan
Khatlon Province · Tajikistan
Vakhsh is a small city in Khatlon Province, Tajikistan with a population of 15,215. Elevation: 1,414 ft (431 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vakhsh
Vakhsh is a city in southwestern Tajikistan. It is the capital of Vakhsh District. The population of the town is 14,900.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,215 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,414 ft (431 m) |
| Coordinates | 37.7149°, 68.8346° |
| Timezone | Asia/Dushanbe |
| Country | 🇹🇯 Tajikistan |
| State / Province | Khatlon Province |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.7 inches (347 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vakhsh
Vakhsh is a small city in Tajikistan (Khatlon Province) with a population of 15,215. The city sits at an elevation of 1,414 feet (431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.
Climate in Vakhsh
Vakhsh has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Tajikistan avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,414 ft (431 m) |
| Area | 514.6 sq mi (1,332.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.7149°N, 68.8346°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Dushanbe |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 1.4 in |
Vakhsh has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 38°F in January to 86°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Vakhsh
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| мактаби 17 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Vakhsh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| History museum of Khatlon | ||||
| Teppa (modern history museum) |
Farmers Markets in Vakhsh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazar Farovon | |||||
| Hoji Sharif Bazaar | |||||
| Sarband Bazaar | |||||
| Базар строительных материалов Ходжи Шариф | |||||
| бозор | |||||
| Бозорчаи Тец | |||||
| Дехкон-Бозори Хочи Шариф | |||||
| Торговый Комплекс "Бахор" |
Banks in Vakhsh
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Vakhsh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vakhsh
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bokhtar International Airport | KQT | Large Airport |
| Farkhor Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Danghara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dusti Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Khoja-i-Ghar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Khwaja Ghar South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Panj Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vakhsh
What is the population of Vakhsh?
Vakhsh has a population of 15,215 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 514.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vakhsh?
Vakhsh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.7 inches.