Climate Insights for Maydanshakhr

Maīdān Shahr, Wardak, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
29°C peak
Coldest
January
-13°C low
Wettest
March
77mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Maydanshakhr is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 430mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 77mm of rainfall. Maydanshakhr 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 -13°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 104cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 0° Average: -6° Min: -13° Feb Max: 2° Average: -4° Min: -11° Mar Max: 7° Average: 2° Min: -4° Apr Max: 16° Average: 10° Min: 4° May Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 8° Jun Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 12° Jul Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 16° Aug Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 15° Sep Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 11° Oct Max: 18° Average: 12° Min: 5° Nov Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: -2° Dec Max: 5° Average: -2° Min: -8°
Max
Average
Min

Maydanshakhr has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 42°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 -13°C and the daily average is -6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, 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: 46mm Snow: 31mm Feb Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 31mm Mar Precipitation: 77mm Snow: 24mm Apr Precipitation: 72mm Snow: 4mm May Precipitation: 76mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 9mm Dec Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 6mm
Precipitation
Snow

Maydanshakhr is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 430mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 36mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 77mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 3mm. That's 74mm 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 104cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 31cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 8km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 8km/h Oct Wind Speed: 7km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Maydanshakhr is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Maydanshakhr, which began on March 20, 2026. Maydanshakhr 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 -13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -4 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 226mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 12 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 54mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 25°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 41mm for the entire season. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -13 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 109mm over the season and a monthly average of 36mm. Expect around 67cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -6°
Feb -4°
Mar
Apr 10°
May 15°
Jun 20°
Jul 23°
Aug 22°
Sep 18°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec -2°

The best time to visit Maydanshakhr 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 27mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -13°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 Maydanshakhr 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
-13 °C
0 °C
8 km/h
46 mm
31 cm
Feb
-11 °C
2 °C
8 km/h
52 mm
31 cm
Mar Current
-4 °C
7 °C
8 km/h
77 mm
24 cm
Apr
4 °C
16 °C
8 km/h
72 mm
4 cm
May
8 °C
21 °C
8 km/h
76 mm
0 cm
Jun
12 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Jul
16 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Sep
11 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
3 mm
0 cm
Oct
5 °C
18 °C
7 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Nov
-2 °C
10 °C
7 km/h
27 mm
9 cm
Dec
-8 °C
5 °C
8 km/h
11 mm
6 cm
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