Kabul weather in January (Afghanistan)
What's the typical weather in Kabul for January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
In January, the weather in Kabul generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Expect temperatures to climb to 2°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -11°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Precipitation
Kabul in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 2 days of snow/rain are anticipated.Average sunshine
The month brings about 177 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kabul. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kabul climate page with graphs.
Kabul, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-11°C
Max Temperature
2°C
Chance of Rain
6%
Precipitation
49 mm
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
68%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
177 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Afghanistan in January
Find out more about the weather in Afghanistan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kabul.
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 travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
