Current Time in Afghanistan

Best time to travel to Afghanistan

Comparison of best months to travel to Afghanistan

Month	5-point rating	Reason
January		Snowfall in the highlands and severe cold. Many days below freezing even in urban areas.
February		The cold weather continues with snowfall, making it unsuitable for sightseeing. Road conditions are unstable.
March		Gradually, signs of spring begin to appear, and the lowlands become comfortable.
April		The climate is mild, flowers bloom, and natural scenery spreads even in urban areas.
May		The weather is stable and comfortable during the day. Mountainous areas are also easy to access.
June		Many comfortable days before the full summer. Dry and easy to travel.
July		In some areas, the heat exceeds 40 degrees. The environment is very dry and harsh.
August		Not suitable for sightseeing at the peak of the heat. In urban areas, daytime activities are likely to be restricted.
September		The heat subsides, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is small, making it comfortable. The natural scenery is also beautiful.
October		Dry and the temperature is stable. The best season for visiting ruins and nature sightseeing.
November		It gets colder, but the daytime is comfortable. There are few tourists, so you can enjoy it quietly.
December		The cold of winter is in full swing. Be careful of snowfall, especially in the highlands.

The most recommended month is "April"

April in Afghanistan is the most mild and comfortable month, making it an ideal month for travelers. In particular, in cities such as Kabul and Bamiyan, the daytime temperature is around 20 degrees, making it a comfortable time that is neither too cold nor too hot. In addition, with the arrival of spring, flowers bloom in full bloom, and the desolate landscape suddenly changes to a colorful one, making it a special time for travelers who want to enjoy natural scenery. It is dry, with little risk of rain, and stable road conditions, making it easy to travel and sightsee. In addition to sightseeing that touches on culture and history, it is the perfect season to experience the simple life of rural areas in the suburbs, making it possible to travel with a good balance between sightseeing and experience.

The least recommended month is "August"

August in Afghanistan is an extremely hot period, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees in some areas. In particular, in Kandahar and Helmand provinces in the south, the scorching heat continues to the point that daytime activities are restricted. The dry climate and strong sunlight are very draining and the risk of heatstroke increases. In addition, the temperature difference with the highlands is large, so it may be difficult to manage your health depending on the area you travel to. In addition, as the dry season comes to an end, urban areas will become dustier, and there will be discomfort due to poor visibility and deteriorating air quality. For trips that focus on outdoor activities such as sightseeing of historical buildings, it is best to avoid this period as satisfaction is likely to decrease during this time.

Recommended months by trip type

Trip type	Recommended month	Reason
First trip	April/October	The weather is stable, making it the perfect season for city sightseeing and cultural experiences.
Enjoying nature	April/May	The mountains and grasslands are decorated with flowers, making for beautiful scenery. The climate is also suitable for hiking.
Emphasis on history and culture	March/October	The Bamiyan ruins are easy to see, and the sunlight is not too strong.
Photography	April/September	The contrast between nature and culture is striking, and the air is clear.
Quiet time	November and March	There are fewer tourists, so you can quietly enjoy the culture and cityscape.
Travel with children	May and October	The weather is neither too hot nor too cold, so you can create a reasonable itinerary.