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Jalālābād
City in Nangarhar, Afghanistan
Overview
Jalālābād, situated in eastern Afghanistan, is known for its lush landscapes, warm climate, and lively history as a crossroads of trade between Kabul and Pakistan. The city offers a laid-back atmosphere with busy markets, renowned gardens, and a welcoming local culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Afghanistan
Province
Nangarhar
Population
263,312
Time Zone
Asia/Kabul
Coordinates
34.43°, 70.45°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
25
Female Safety
20
LGBTQ+ Safety
10
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
25
Monthly Cost
$477
Local Cost
$230
Local Income
$60
Cashless
10
English
15
Temperature
18.3°C
Summer Avg
28.7°C
Winter Avg
7.1°C
Record High
43.2°C
Record Low
-8.2°C
Humidity
42%
Precipitation
575 mm
Internet Speed
1 Mbps
Upload
3 Mbps
Latency
43 ms
City Vibrancy
28
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
28
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
JAA
Distance
5 km
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 60/100.
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