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Vanj, Tajikistan

Gorno-Badakhshan · Tajikistan

Vanj is a small town in Gorno-Badakhshan, Tajikistan with a population of 2,636. Elevation: 5,837 ft (1,779 m). Average temperature: 33°F (0°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,636 Population 294/sq mi density
5,837 ft Elevation 1,779 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 0°C
25.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone

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About Vanj

Vanj

Vanj is a village and jamoat in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region, Tajikistan. It is the seat of the Vanj District. Vanj lies on the lower course of the river Vanj, a tributary of the Panj, separated from the Yazgulem to the south by the Vanj Range. The jamoat, which is also called Abdulloev, has a total population of 11,217 (2015).

People

Population2,636
Density294/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (0°C)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation5,837 ft (1,779 m)
Population2,636
Population Density294 / sq mi
Elevation5,837 ft (1,779 m)
Coordinates38.3708°, 71.4547°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceGorno-Badakhshan
Average Temperature33°F (0°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (639 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.6 inches (42 cm)

About Vanj

Vanj is a small town in Tajikistan (Gorno-Badakhshan) with a population of 2,636. The city sits at an elevation of 5,837 feet (1,779 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (0°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.

Vanj has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 5,837 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average32.5°F
40% below Tajikistan avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,837 ft (1,779 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates38.3708°N, 71.4547°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.2"
34% below Tajikistan avg
Snowfall 16.6"
Wettest Month (Apr) 3.62"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,635 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 26, 2025.

Feb 5, 1990 42 km ENE of Jurm, Afghanistan M6.3 148 km
May 3, 2017 29 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M6.0 125 km
Jan 24, 2011 106 km WNW of Murghob, Tajikistan M6.0 117 km
Dec 4, 1992 67 km ENE of Khorugh, Tajikistan M5.8 90 km
May 5, 2017 28 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.8 123 km
Jul 6, 2006 29 km ESE of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.8 90 km
Apr 13, 2025 42 km ESE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.8 80 km
Feb 25, 2005 110 km W of Murghob, Tajikistan M5.7 113 km
Jul 10, 2021 20 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.7 98 km
May 12, 2012 44 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.7 100 km
Mar 29, 2018 11 km SE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.7 134 km
Jul 19, 2012 31 km SSW of Khorugh, Tajikistan M5.6 125 km
Dec 20, 1990 55 km E of Chubek, Tajikistan M5.6 129 km
Nov 23, 1992 109 km SSE of Kyzyl-Eshme, Kyrgyzstan M5.6 106 km
Mar 18, 2016 96 km NE of Khorugh, Tajikistan M5.6 92 km
May 1, 2000 80 km W of Murghob, Tajikistan M5.6 141 km
Jun 16, 2020 68 km ENE of Khorugh, Tajikistan M5.6 89 km
Dec 6, 1992 66 km ENE of Khorugh, Tajikistan M5.5 89 km
Sep 2, 2001 72 km SE of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.5 78 km
Jan 24, 2020 7 km S of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.5 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 2.3 in
February 11°F (-12°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 18°F (-8°C) 3.6 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 3.6 in Wettest
May 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
July 53°F (12°C) 1.0 in
August 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
September 48°F (9°C) 0.5 in
October 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 1.9 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 2.7 in

Vanj has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 11°F in February to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.6") and August the driest (0.5").

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Libraries in Vanj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library0.0

Cafes in Vanj

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe

Gas Stations in Vanj

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TJ #4396371957

Airports Near Vanj

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Darwaz AirportDAZSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dushanbe
Elevation
1,722 m (5,650 ft)
Postal Code
736300

🇹🇯 About Tajikistan

Capital Dushanbe
Population 9,100,837
Area 143,100 km²
GDP (USD) $12,244,169,293
GDP per capita $1,178
HDI 0.691
Life expectancy 71.8 years
Internet users 56.8%
Urban population 26.2%
Currency TJS (Somoni)
Languages Russian, Tajik
Calling code +992
TLD .tj
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vanj

What is the population of Vanj?

Vanj has a population of 2,636 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 294 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vanj?

Vanj has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches, with 16.6 inches of snow.

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