Climate Insights for Paghman
Kabul Province, Afghanistan
Climate Overview
The climate in Paghman is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 484 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 92 mm of rainfall. Paghman 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 196cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Paghman is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 19 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.6 in of rainfall. Paghman 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 9°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 77in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Paghman 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 22°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 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.Paghman has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 75°F from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 9°F and the daily average is 20°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 14°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Paghman is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 484 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 40 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 92 mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 4 mm. That's 88 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 196cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 60cm.Paghman is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.6 in of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.2 in. That's 3.5 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 77in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 24in.
Wind
Paghman 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 August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5km/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.Paghman 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 August, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Paghman 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 11 mm 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.The best time to visit Paghman is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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 Paghman 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 Paghman 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.