Climate Insights for Fayzabad

Faīẕābād, Badakhshān, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-11°C low
Wettest
April
105mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Fayzabad is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 528mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 105mm of rainfall. Fayzabad 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 -11°C. Fayzabad experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -1° Average: -6° Min: -11° Feb Max: 3° Average: -2° Min: -7° Mar Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: -1° Apr Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 3° May Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 8° Jun Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 11° Jul Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 15° Aug Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 13° Sep Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 9° Oct Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 3° Nov Max: 8° Average: 2° Min: -4° Dec Max: 2° Average: -3° Min: -8°
Max
Average
Min

Fayzabad has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -6°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 8°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 57mm Snow: 52mm Feb Precipitation: 57mm Snow: 45mm Mar Precipitation: 95mm Snow: 44mm Apr Precipitation: 105mm Snow: 15mm May Precipitation: 77mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 7mm Nov Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 25mm Dec Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 31mm
Precipitation
Snow

Fayzabad is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 528mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 105mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2mm. That's 103mm 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. Fayzabad receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 220cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

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

Fayzabad is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

7 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Fayzabad, which began on June 21, 2026. Fayzabad 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from -1 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 277mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 11 to 28°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 78mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Expect around 32cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -11 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 152mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Expect around 128cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -6°
Feb -2°
Mar
Apr 10°
May 15°
Jun 19°
Jul 22°
Aug 20°
Sep 17°
Oct 10°
Nov
Dec -3°

The best time to visit Fayzabad is during 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 6mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -11°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 Fayzabad 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
-11 °C
-1 °C
7 km/h
57 mm
52 cm
Feb
-7 °C
3 °C
7 km/h
57 mm
45 cm
Mar
-1 °C
9 °C
6 km/h
95 mm
44 cm
Apr
3 °C
15 °C
6 km/h
105 mm
15 cm
May
8 °C
21 °C
6 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Jun
11 °C
25 °C
6 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Aug
13 °C
27 °C
6 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
9 °C
24 °C
6 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Oct
3 °C
16 °C
6 km/h
29 mm
7 cm
Nov
-4 °C
8 °C
6 km/h
47 mm
25 cm
Dec
-8 °C
2 °C
7 km/h
38 mm
31 cm
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