Climate Insights for Ārt Khwājah

Dasht-e Qal‘ah, Wilāyat-e Takhār, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
38°C peak
Coldest
January
0°C low
Wettest
April
90mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ārt Khwājah is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 408mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 90mm of rainfall. Ārt Khwājah is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 62cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: 0° Feb Max: 13° Average: 6° Min: 1° Mar Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 8° Apr Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 11° May Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jun Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 21° Jul Max: 38° Average: 31° Min: 24° Aug Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 21° Sep Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Oct Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 10° Nov Max: 14° Average: 9° Min: 4° Dec Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 1°
Max
Average
Min

Ārt Khwājah has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 59mm Snow: 17mm Feb Precipitation: 51mm Snow: 21mm Mar Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 2mm Apr Precipitation: 90mm Snow: 3mm May Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 1mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 42mm Snow: 10mm Dec Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 10mm
Precipitation
Snow

Ārt Khwājah is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 408mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 90mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 90mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 62cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 21cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Ārt Khwājah is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Ārt Khwājah, which began on March 20, 2026. Ārt Khwājah is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 0°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 8 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 202mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 38°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 7mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 4 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 59mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 0 to 13°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Expect around 48cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar 13°
Apr 17°
May 24°
Jun 29°
Jul 31°
Aug 28°
Sep 24°
Oct 16°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Ārt Khwājah is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 38mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 38°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ārt Khwājah based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
0 °C
10 °C
1 km/h
59 mm
17 cm
Feb
1 °C
13 °C
1 km/h
51 mm
21 cm
Mar
8 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
65 mm
2 cm
Apr
11 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
90 mm
3 cm
May
17 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
46 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
21 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
38 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
35 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
1 mm
0 cm
Oct
10 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Nov
4 °C
14 °C
1 km/h
42 mm
10 cm
Dec
1 °C
11 °C
1 km/h
30 mm
10 cm
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