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Kandahar Weather in March

Kandahar in March sees high temperatures, with highs around 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in Kandahar in March

On average, there are about 6 days with rain during this month, averaging 49 mm (1.9 in). Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.

Temperature in Kandahar in March

If you're visiting Kandahar in March, expect excellent temperatures with highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With lows around 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Kandahar in March

The month enjoys around 235 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Kandahar in March

In March, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Kandahar.

Kandahar Temperature in March

Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
49 mm (1.9 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
50%
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots)
Sunshine
235 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Historical weather records for Kandahar in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Kandahar spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Kandahar historical weather extremes in March

Based on weather observations in Kandahar between 2005 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.

  • Kandahar recorded its highest March temperature of 35°C (95°F) on March 27, 2021.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -2°C (28°F) (March 3, 2024).

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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).

What to Wear in Kandahar in March

For Kandahar in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Kandahar in March

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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