Maymana
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Maymana month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Maymana are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 22–28°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 36°C), January the coldest (average low -1°C), and March the wettest (about 77 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.8 | -1.2 | 50 | 7.4 |
| February | 11.5 | 0.5 | 53 | 7.4 |
| March | 16.8 | 5.6 | 77 | 8.1 |
| April | 21.9 | 10.0 | 46 | 9.6 |
| May | 28.0 | 15.0 | 23 | 11.8 |
| June | 33.4 | 19.3 | 1 | 13.3 |
| July | 35.7 | 21.9 | 0 | 13.2 |
| August | 32.9 | 19.2 | 0 | 12.5 |
| September | 28.8 | 15.2 | 1 | 11.4 |
| October | 21.8 | 9.4 | 12 | 10.1 |
| November | 14.6 | 3.9 | 37 | 7.6 |
| December | 10.3 | 0.6 | 26 | 6.9 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1876
In 1876, under Sher Ali Khan, the city fell to the kingdom of Kabul and was viciosly put in ruins.
- Documented history · 1934
In 1934, the rebuilding of the city started, and in 1949 the northern parts of the old city were renewed, the old city citadel changed to a park.
- Documented history · 2014
On 18 March 2014, a suicide bomber detonated his explosives near the entrance to a busy market in Maimana, killing 15 people including women and children and injuring 27 others.
- Documented history · 2021
On 14 August 2021, Maimana was seized by Taliban fighters, becoming the twenty-second provincial capital to be captured in the wider 2021 Taliban offensive.
- Fall to Kabul (1876)
In 1876, under Sher Ali Khan, the city fell to the kingdom of Kabul and was put in ruins.
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01 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Maymana
Maymana is a city in northern Afghanistan and serves as the capital of Faryab Province. Positioned at an elevation of 877 meters at the northern foot of the Torkestan Range, the city lies on the Maymana River.
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Ancient traces
Early Iron Age citadel roots.
Trading hubs
Bazaars operating near agricultural zones.
Rich topsoil
Highlands supporting seasonal farming.
02 · OverviewMaymana, in brief
Maymana is a city in northern Afghanistan that serves as the administrative capital of Faryab Province. Located on the Maymana River at an elevation of 877 metres, the settlement functions as an established trading and transit hub in the region.
Agricultural productivity shapes the surrounding landscape, with highlands possessing rich topsoil that sustains seasonal farming. Within the municipal boundaries, just over half of the land area remains non built-up and is largely dedicated to agriculture. The central municipal districts display higher dwelling density alongside clear road grids, whereas the outer districts maintain a distinctly agricultural character.
Commerce and circulation anchor the local economy. The Afghanistan Ring Road passes directly through the settlement, facilitating movement and trade. Commercial life revolves around a number of traditional bazaars. Infrastructure supporting the area includes a domestic airport, universities, hospitals, and public parks. Future transportation plans entail connecting the municipality by railroad to Herat in the southwest and Mazar-i-Sharif in the northeast.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maymana
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01 · Q&AWhere is Maymana located and what are its coordinates?
Maymana is situated in Afghanistan at geographic coordinates 35.9214, 64.7836, with an elevation of 877 meters above sea level.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Maymana?
Maymana has a recorded population of approximately 75,900 and observes the Asia/Kabul time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Maymana?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Maymana include FA-AF, PS, UZ-AF, TK, with AFN used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Maymana?
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