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Qarqīn
City in Jowzjan, Afghanistan
Overview
Qarqīn is a small yet lively town on the Amu Darya River in Jowzjan province, Afghanistan. It combines a close-knit community atmosphere with scenic riverside views and traditional Afghan markets. While tourism infrastructure is limited, visitors will experience authentic local culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Afghanistan
Province
Jowzjan
Population
15,018
Time Zone
Asia/Kabul
Coordinates
37.42°, 66.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
25
Female Safety
20
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$474
Local Cost
$212
Local Income
$90
Cashless
5
English
10
Temperature
18.7°C
Summer Avg
31.5°C
Winter Avg
5.7°C
Record High
48.2°C
Record Low
-14.5°C
Humidity
37%
Precipitation
170 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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