Climate Overview
The climate in Murghob is cold. The average annual temperature is -7°C and approximately 285mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 49mm of rainfall. Murghob is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -31°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 173cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Murghob has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 45°C from the coldest to warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 8°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -31°C and an average temperature of -23°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 10°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Murghob is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 285mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 24mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 49mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 13mm. That's 36mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 173cm accumulating over the season. April typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.
Wind
Murghob is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Murghob, which began on June 21, 2026. Murghob 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 August at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -31°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -20 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 67mm over the season and a monthly average of 22mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -3 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -23 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 49mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Expect around 39cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -31 to -13°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 46mm for the entire season. Expect around 46cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Murghob 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.
