Herat weather in May (Afghanistan)

Planning a trip to Herat in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Herat, May is characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 31°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Herat in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 5.7 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 2 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 330 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Herat. April, May, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and July tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Herat climate page with graphs.

 

Herat, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 8%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5.7 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 45%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 330 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Afghanistan in May

Find out more about the weather in Afghanistan in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Herat in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Herat.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Afghanistan? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Afghanistan. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.