December Rainfall and Precipitation in Afghanistan

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Afghanistan in December.

Afghanistan experiences precipitation in December ranging from low in Farah (10 mm (0.4 in)) to moderate in Mimana (44 mm (1.7 in)). December is part of the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Afghanistan precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Afghanistan receive in December?

Kabul sees moderate snow/rainfall in December, averaging around 29 mm (1.1 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Afghanistan in December?

On average, Kabul has about 3 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Afghanistan?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in Afghanistan, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in Afghanistan?

Looking at our data, Mimana tops the wettest-cities list in Afghanistan for December, with monthly snow/rainfall averaging 44 mm (1.7 in).

What is the driest city in December in Afghanistan?

In our records, Farah stands out as the driest city in Afghanistan for December, averaging just 10 mm (0.4 in).

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