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Vorukh, Tajikistan

Sughd · Tajikistan

Vorukh is a small town in Sughd, Tajikistan with a population of 3,836. Elevation: 4,593 ft (1,400 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,836 Population 103/sq mi density
4,593 ft Elevation 1,400 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
12.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Dushanbe Timezone

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About Vorukh

Vorukh

Vorukh is a jamoat in northern Tajikistan that forms part of the city of Isfara in Sughd Region. As of 2022, the jamoat had a total population of 45.000. It is an exclave surrounded by the Batken Region of Kyrgyzstan.

People

Population3,836
Density103/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Population3,836
Population Density103 / sq mi
Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Coordinates39.8513°, 70.5801°
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe
Country🇹🇯 Tajikistan
State / ProvinceSughd
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation12.4 inches (314 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Vorukh

Vorukh is a small town in Tajikistan (Sughd) with a population of 3,836. The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet (1,400 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Dushanbe.

Climate in Vorukh

Vorukh 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 146 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 8.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 10.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 19.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 18.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 24.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 8.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 9.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 3.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 6.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 14.8
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.9
Vorukh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 314 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 12.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,593 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below Tajikistan avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,593 ft (1,400 m)
Area37.3 sq mi (96.7 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates39.8513°N, 70.5801°W
TimezoneAsia/Dushanbe

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.4"
67% below Tajikistan avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (May) 2.17"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 19, 2011 16 km NNE of Aydarken, Kyrgyzstan M6.1 75 km
May 3, 2017 29 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M6.0 84 km
Jan 8, 2007 23 km WSW of Vorukh, Tajikistan M6.0 24 km
Mar 22, 2023 46 km NNW of Novobod, Tajikistan M5.8 79 km
May 5, 2017 28 km NNW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.8 83 km
Apr 13, 2025 42 km ESE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.8 108 km
Jul 6, 2006 29 km ESE of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.8 135 km
May 12, 2012 44 km SE of Darband, Tajikistan M5.7 139 km
Jul 10, 2021 20 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.7 104 km
Mar 29, 2018 11 km SE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.7 136 km
Jan 24, 2020 7 km S of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.5 110 km
Sep 5, 2002 29 km SE of Shohimardon, Uzbekistan M5.5 122 km
Jun 10, 1994 56 km SSE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.4 144 km
Jul 4, 2020 47 km E of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.4 96 km
Nov 3, 1990 24 km SSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.4 117 km
Nov 8, 1992 0 km SW of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 134 km
Feb 20, 1995 35 km WSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.3 89 km
Jan 9, 2002 12 km SSE of Roghun, Tajikistan M5.3 143 km
Apr 26, 1991 53 km WSW of Karakenja, Tajikistan M5.2 103 km
Jul 21, 2007 14 km SE of Rasht, Tajikistan M5.2 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 29°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
April 53°F (11°C) 1.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Wettest
June 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.0 in
November 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 0.7 in

Vorukh has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 27°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.2") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Vorukh

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Средняя школа 22 - - - -
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Museums in Vorukh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Архитектурный комплекс Хазрати Баба

Farmers Markets in Vorukh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
БАЗАР
БАЗАР
Бозори Чоркуҳ
Пьяный базар

Banks in Vorukh

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ориёнбонк

Airports Near Vorukh

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Batken Airport-Medium Airport
Dzhirgatal Airport-Small Airport
Isfara Airport-Small Airport
Kanibadam Airport-Small Airport
Kokand AirportOQNSmall Airport
Sokh Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Dushanbe
Area
96.7 km² (37.3 mi²)
Postal Code
735932

🇹🇯 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 Vorukh

What is the population of Vorukh?

Vorukh has a population of 3,836 residents and is located in Tajikistan. The population density is 103 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vorukh?

Vorukh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.4 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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