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Norak
City in Khatlon, Tajikistan
Overview
Norak is a small, picturesque city set on the banks of the Vakhsh River in southern Tajikistan. It's best known for the massive Norak Dam and the surrounding reservoir, which attract visitors seeking natural beauty and a glimpse of local life. Life here is peaceful, with a strong sense of community and easy access to the region's outdoor activities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Tajikistan
Region
Khatlon
Population
18,950
Time Zone
Asia/Dushanbe
Coordinates
38.39°, 69.32°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
30
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$560
Local Cost
$262
Local Income
$120
Cashless
10
English
20
Temperature
11.9°C
Summer Avg
24.1°C
Winter Avg
-0.2°C
Record High
41.1°C
Record Low
-20.5°C
Humidity
49%
Precipitation
337 mm
Internet Speed
16 Mbps
Upload
1 Mbps
Latency
36 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
DYU
Distance
46 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 2 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 50/100.
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