Climate Overview
The climate in Bamiyan Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is 2°C and approximately 374mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 83mm of rainfall. Bamiyan Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -18°C. Bamiyan Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Bamiyan Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 20°C with a mean of 15°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -18°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bamiyan Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 374mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 31mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 83mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2mm. That's 81mm less than May, 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. Bamiyan Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 232cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is March, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Bamiyan Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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
3 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Bamiyan Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Bamiyan Airport 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 20°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -18°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -10 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 184mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -10 to 16°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 51mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Expect around 35cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -18 to -4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 110cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bamiyan Airport 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.
