Climate Insights for Sar-e Pul

Sar-e Pul, Sar-e Pul, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
34°C peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low
Wettest
March
75mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sar-e Pul is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 348mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 75mm of rainfall. Sar-e Pul 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 -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 57cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 9° Average: 3° Min: -3° Feb Max: 12° Average: 5° Min: -1° Mar Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 5° Apr Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 9° May Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 13° Jun Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 17° Jul Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 19° Aug Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 16° Sep Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 12° Oct Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 7° Nov Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 2° Dec Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: -1°
Max
Average
Min

Sar-e Pul has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 37°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°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: 54mm Snow: 18mm Feb Precipitation: 63mm Snow: 19mm Mar Precipitation: 75mm Snow: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 5mm Dec Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 11mm
Precipitation
Snow

Sar-e Pul is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 348mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 75mm of rainfall. February and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0mm. That's 75mm 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 57cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Sar-e Pul 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 July, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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 3km/h gap 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 Sar-e Pul, which began on June 21, 2026. Sar-e Pul 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 5 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 148mm over the season and a monthly average of 49mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 2mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 2 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. 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 -3 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 150mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Expect around 48cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar 11°
Apr 16°
May 21°
Jun 25°
Jul 27°
Aug 24°
Sep 20°
Oct 14°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Sar-e Pul is during April, May, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 18mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -3°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 Sar-e Pul 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
-3 °C
9 °C
6 km/h
54 mm
18 cm
Feb
-1 °C
12 °C
7 km/h
63 mm
19 cm
Mar
5 °C
17 °C
7 km/h
75 mm
3 cm
Apr
9 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
54 mm
1 cm
May
13 °C
28 °C
7 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
32 °C
8 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
34 °C
9 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
31 °C
8 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
12 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
21 °C
6 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Nov
2 °C
15 °C
6 km/h
35 mm
5 cm
Dec
-1 °C
10 °C
6 km/h
33 mm
11 cm
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