Climate Insights for Eslam Qaleh

Kuhsān, Herāt, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
37°C peak
Coldest
January
0°C low
Wettest
February
63mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Eslam Qaleh is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 234mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 63mm of rainfall. Eslam Qaleh 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 11° Average: 5° Min: 0° Feb Max: 14° Average: 7° Min: 1° Mar Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 7° Apr Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 10° May Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jun Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 21° Jul Max: 37° Average: 31° Min: 25° Aug Max: 34° Average: 28° Min: 21° Sep Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Oct Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 8° Nov Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 2° Dec Max: 12° Average: 6° Min: 0°
Max
Average
Min

Eslam Qaleh has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 31°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°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: 43mm Snow: 12mm Feb Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 11mm Mar Precipitation: 62mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 2mm Dec Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 2mm
Precipitation
Snow

Eslam Qaleh is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 234mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 63mm of rainfall. March and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0mm. That's 63mm less than February, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 27cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 12cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 5km/h May Wind Speed: 5km/h Jun Wind Speed: 7km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 5km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Eslam Qaleh is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4km/h in winter, 5km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 5km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Eslam Qaleh, which began on March 20, 2026. Eslam Qaleh 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 37°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 7 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 99mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 37°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 0mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 31°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 17mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 0 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 118mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Expect around 25cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Eslam Qaleh 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 10mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 37°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 0°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Eslam Qaleh 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
11 °C
4 km/h
43 mm
12 cm
Feb
1 °C
14 °C
4 km/h
63 mm
11 cm
Mar
7 °C
19 °C
4 km/h
62 mm
0 cm
Apr
10 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
31 °C
5 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
21 °C
35 °C
7 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
37 °C
8 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
34 °C
8 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
16 °C
31 °C
6 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
8 °C
23 °C
5 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Nov
2 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
12 mm
2 cm
Dec
0 °C
12 °C
4 km/h
11 mm
2 cm
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