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Herat Climate by Month

Herat experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very hot days to cold weather. It maintains relatively low levels of precipitation throughout the seasons. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

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 in July to a chilly 11°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -1°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Herat maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 294 mm. The seasons in Herat, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, March, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 73 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Herat in Afghanistan

During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Herat?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Herat?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Herat?
    March tops the wettest month list with 73 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Herat?
    August is the driest month with 0 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Herat?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 379 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Herat

    Sun   Dec 15
    13°C | -5°C
    NE 7 km/h
    7.5 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    4°C | -7°C
    W 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    9°C | -7°C
    NE 4 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain