Herat Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Herat, Afghanistan, vary greatly throughout the year. July is the hottest month at 36°C (97°F), while January is the coldest at 11°C (52°F).
The city has a relatively dry climate, receiving around 294 mm (12 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does experience a distinct dry season from April to December. March is the wettest month and July the driest. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 12.6 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Herat
The climate in Herat is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C (97°F) in July to a chilly 11°C (52°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 21°C (70°F) in July to -1°C (30°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Herat
Herat maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 294 mm (12 in). The seasons in Herat bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Herat Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Herat
In Herat, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.6 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.8 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Herat by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Herat.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 72%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 30%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Herat
The mean wind speed varies between 3 m/s (6 knots) and 6 m/s (12 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in January, February, April, October, November and December and highest during July and August. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Herat 3-Day Forecast
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