Climate Insights for Sidqābād

Maḩmūd-e Rāqī, Wilāyat-e Kāpīsā, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
29°C peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low
Wettest
March
62mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sidqābād is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 346mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 62mm of rainfall. Sidqābād 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, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 142cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 2° Average: -4° Min: -8° Feb Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -6° Mar Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: 0° Apr Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° May Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jun Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Jul Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 16° Aug Max: 29° Average: 22° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 11° Oct Max: 18° Average: 12° Min: 6° Nov Max: 10° Average: 5° Min: -1° Dec Max: 6° Average: 0° Min: -5°
Max
Average
Min

Sidqābād has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°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 October and November, with a 7°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: 47mm Snow: 41mm Feb Precipitation: 60mm Snow: 44mm Mar Precipitation: 62mm Snow: 29mm Apr Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 5mm May Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 11mm
Precipitation
Snow

Sidqābād is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 346mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 62mm of rainfall. February and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2mm. That's 59mm less than March, 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 142cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 44cm.

Wind

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

Sidqābād 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 June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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 Sidqābād, which began on March 20, 2026. Sidqābād 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 146mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. 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 14 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 49mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -1 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 30mm for the entire season. Expect around 13cm 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 -8 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 121mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Expect around 96cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -4°
Feb -1°
Mar
Apr 11°
May 17°
Jun 21°
Jul 23°
Aug 22°
Sep 19°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Sidqābād is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -8°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 Sidqābād 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
-8 °C
2 °C
2 km/h
47 mm
41 cm
Feb
-6 °C
4 °C
2 km/h
60 mm
44 cm
Mar
0 °C
9 °C
1 km/h
62 mm
29 cm
Apr
6 °C
17 °C
2 km/h
54 mm
5 cm
May
10 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
14 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
6 °C
18 °C
2 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Nov
-1 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
23 mm
12 cm
Dec
-5 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
13 mm
11 cm
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