Climate Insights for Charikar

Chaharikar, Parwan Province, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
January
-7°C low19°F low
Wettest
March
68 mm rain2.7 in rain
Best to Visit
May, June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Charikar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 314 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 68 mm of rainfall. Charikar 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 -7°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 115cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Charikar is temperate. The average annual temperature is 55°F and approximately 12.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 2.7 in of rainfall. Charikar 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 19°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 45in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 4°Average: -2°Min: -7°FebMax: 6°Average: 0°Min: -5°MarMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 1°AprMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 6°MayMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°JunMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 15°JulMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°AugMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 16°SepMax: 28°Average: 20°Min: 12°OctMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 6°NovMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 0°DecMax: 8°Average: 2°Min: -4°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 40°FAverage: 29°FMin: 19°FFebMax: 43°FAverage: 33°FMin: 22°FMarMax: 53°FAverage: 43°FMin: 33°FAprMax: 66°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FMayMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 51°FJunMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 58°FJulMax: 90°FAverage: 78°FMin: 64°FAugMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 61°FSepMax: 82°FAverage: 68°FMin: 53°FOctMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 42°FNovMax: 56°FAverage: 44°FMin: 32°FDecMax: 47°FAverage: 36°FMin: 26°F
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Charikar has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Charikar has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 71°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 29°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 37mmFebPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 37mmMarPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 22mmAprPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 5mmMayPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 3mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 1mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 1mmNovPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 6mmDecPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 7mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 14inFebPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 14inMarPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 9inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 0.1inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 3in
Precipitation
Snow (in)

Charikar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 314 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 68 mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 1 mm. That's 67 mm 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 115cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 37cm.Charikar is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 2.7 in of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0 in. That's 2.6 in 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 45in accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 14in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 8km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 6km/hDecWind Speed: 6km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 3mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 4mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

Charikar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Charikar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan-2°29°F
Feb0°33°F
Mar6°43°F
Apr13°55°F
May18°65°F
Jun23°73°F
Jul25°78°F
Aug24°75°F
Sep20°68°F
Oct13°56°F
Nov7°44°F
Dec2°36°F

The best time to visit Charikar is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 8 mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Charikar is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.3 in per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°F. 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 Charikar 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Charikar based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
-7 °C19 °F
4 °C40 °F
6 km/h4 mph
55 mm2.2 in
37 cm14 in
Feb
-5 °C22 °F
6 °C43 °F
6 km/h4 mph
64 mm2.5 in
37 cm14 in
Mar
1 °C33 °F
12 °C53 °F
6 km/h3 mph
68 mm2.7 in
22 cm9 in
Apr
6 °C43 °F
19 °C66 °F
6 km/h4 mph
54 mm2.1 in
5 cm2 in
May
11 °C51 °F
25 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
20 mm0.8 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
15 °C58 °F
29 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
18 °C64 °F
32 °C90 °F
7 km/h5 mph
3 mm0.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
16 °C61 °F
31 °C88 °F
8 km/h5 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
12 °C53 °F
28 °C82 °F
7 km/h4 mph
1 mm0 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
6 °C42 °F
21 °C69 °F
7 km/h4 mph
6 mm0.2 in
1 cm0 in
Nov
0 °C32 °F
13 °C56 °F
6 km/h4 mph
19 mm0.7 in
6 cm2 in
Dec
-4 °C26 °F
8 °C47 °F
6 km/h4 mph
13 mm0.5 in
7 cm3 in