Climate Insights for Sangīn

Sangīn, Helmand, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
42°C peak
Coldest
January
1°C low
Wettest
March
42mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sangīn is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 157mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 42mm of rainfall. Sangīn is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 1°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° 50° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 14° Average: 8° Min: 1° Feb Max: 18° Average: 11° Min: 4° Mar Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° Apr Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 15° May Max: 35° Average: 28° Min: 20° Jun Max: 40° Average: 33° Min: 26° Jul Max: 42° Average: 35° Min: 28° Aug Max: 39° Average: 33° Min: 25° Sep Max: 36° Average: 28° Min: 20° Oct Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13° Nov Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 7° Dec Max: 16° Average: 9° Min: 2°
Max
Average
Min

Sangīn has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 42°C and an average of 35°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 8°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.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 41mm Feb Precipitation: 38mm Mar Precipitation: 42mm Apr Precipitation: 17mm May Precipitation: 2mm Jun Precipitation: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 10mm Dec Precipitation: 6mm
Precipitation

Sangīn is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 157mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 42mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 0mm. That's 42mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 14km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 17km/h May Wind Speed: 20km/h Jun Wind Speed: 20km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 16km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Sangīn is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 12km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Sangīn, which began on March 20, 2026. Sangīn 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 42°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 35°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 61mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 42°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 1mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Stay hydrated, wear sun protection, and seek shade during the hottest hours of the day.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb 11°
Mar 16°
Apr 23°
May 28°
Jun 33°
Jul 35°
Aug 33°
Sep 28°
Oct 21°
Nov 14°
Dec

The best time to visit Sangīn is during March, April and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 42°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 1°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 Sangīn 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. 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
1 °C
14 °C
12 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Feb
4 °C
18 °C
14 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
9 °C
23 °C
15 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Apr
15 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
35 °C
20 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jun
26 °C
40 °C
20 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Jul
28 °C
42 °C
18 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
39 °C
16 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
36 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
13 °C
29 °C
14 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
7 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Dec
2 °C
16 °C
10 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
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