The weather in August in Afghanistan
It's warm in August in Afghanistan with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 17°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Afghanistan. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Afghanistan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2020, Afghanistan reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 11 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Afghanistan
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Afghanistan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Afghanistan | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 11 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Afghanistan with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 15°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Afghanistan is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Afghanistan is based on weather data from Kabul. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Afghanistan to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Afghanistan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Afghanistan
Temperature in August in Afghanistan over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Afghanistan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Afghanistan
Total precipitation in August in Afghanistan over the years
Daily UV index in August in Afghanistan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Afghanistan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in August in Afghanistan
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The hot days gave way to cool nights. There was little shade and the sun and drought were relentless. Negative for dust storms. Still, an extraordinary experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Afghanistan by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Afghanistan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.