Afghanistan

Afghanistan Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Afghanistan in September.

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Sudak Kabul Mimana Ghazni

Considering a trip to Afghanistan this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Afghanistan in September

In September, Afghanistan experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Sudak at 22°C (72°F) to very hot in Farah at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Farah and 17°C (63°F) in Sudak.

For specific regional insights in Afghanistan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Farah with an average of 0 mm (0 in) to low rainfall in Sudak with 28 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kabul enjoys approximately 304 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Afghanistan in September

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Afghanistan

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Afghanistan?

Temperature range in Afghanistan (September)

Precipitation variation in Afghanistan (September)

Kabul

In September Kabul generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
340 hours
304 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
5 mm (0.2 in)
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kabul →

Farah

In September Farah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 38°C (100°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
38°C (100°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
346 hours
318 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Farah →

Ghazni

In September Ghazni generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
342 hours
325 hours
294 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
4.9 mm (0.2 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ghazni →

Herat

In September Herat generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
31°C (88°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
345 hours
323 hours
274 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Herat →

Kandahar

In September Kandahar generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
40°C (104°F)
36°C (97°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
339 hours
323 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Kandahar →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Afghanistan in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sudak 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Kabul 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 9.5 mm (0.4 in)
Mimana 27°C (81°F) 11°C (52°F) 1.4 mm (0.1 in)
Ghazni 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 4.9 mm (0.2 in)
Farah 38°C (100°F) 20°C (68°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Herat 31°C (88°F) 14°C (57°F) 0.5 mm (0.02 in)

Afghanistan weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Afghanistan in September?

September in Afghanistan brings perfect weather. In Kabul, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Afghanistan in September?

In Kabul, the average daytime high in September is 26°C (79°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Afghanistan get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Kabul averages just 9.5 mm (0.4 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Afghanistan.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Afghanistan?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Afghanistan. Typically, the climate in Kabul is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Afghanistan is in May, June, September and October with generally perfect weather in Kabul. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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