What’s the climate like in Afghanistan?
The current climate in Afghanistan features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 7°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 18°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -4°C and in the warmer months around 14°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Afghanistan in recent years was 44°C in June 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -13°C in February 2016.
On average, Afghanistan gets 450 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 49 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
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.
Best time to visit Afghanistan?
The best time to visit Afghanistan for sunny weather is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Afghanistan. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Afghanistan
The climate table of Afghanistan shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 7 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 18 | 25 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 22 | 15 | 10 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -4 | -2 | -1 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 8 | 4 | -1 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 61 | 80 | 57 | 45 | 49 | 8,9 | 26 | 11 | 3,7 | 17 | 57 | 34 |
| Snow (cm) | 8,0 | 18 | 13 | 2,6 | 0,9 | 0,2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,3 | 2,4 | 2,9 |
| UV Index | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 18°C
- Highest temperature: 29°C in August and September
- Lowest temperature: 7°C in January
- Precipitation*: 450 mm per year, averaging 38 mm per month
- Snowfall: 49 cm per year
- Driest months: 3,7 mm in September, 8,9 mm in June and 11 mm in August
- Wettest months: 80 mm in February, 61 mm in January and 57 mm in March
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Afghanistan
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Afghanistan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Afghanistan
This graph shows how much rainfall Afghanistan gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Afghanistan
This graph shows how much snow Afghanistan gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Afghanistan
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Afghanistan. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Afghanistan
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Afghanistan. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Afghanistan
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Afghanistan over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Afghanistan
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Afghanistan over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Afghanistan
The weather in Afghanistan is rated an average of 3,7 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Afghanistan? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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
The climate was exceptional: hot days and cool nights. The drought made it even hotter during the day, but the scarred sunsets were amazing. Despite the heat, the trip went smoothly.— This text is automatically translated to English
Due to the low humidity it is quite cold at night, wearing a scarf is recommended. The sky was clear and blue and the vacation was marked by beautiful sunsets.— This text is automatically translated to English
With frost around 20 degrees and maximum temperatures up to 30 degrees, it was pleasant day and night. A little rain, so many sunny days!— This text is automatically translated to English
There were strong temperature fluctuations day and night. Unexpected winter weather with dusty and dry atmosphere.— This text is automatically translated to English
Occasionally there was snow, which made the adventure even more fun. Because of the cold, it may not be the ideal weather for a vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
It was wonderfully warm during the day and pleasantly cool at night. The air remained clear and offered beautiful views of the mountains. There was no rain during our stay.— 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.
