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May in Kabul averages 23°C (73°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 62 mm (2.4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, September and October typically offer the best weather for Kabul.
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Browse day-by-day weather records for Kabul spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 24 years of weather observations (2002-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Kabul.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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