Best Time to Visit Herat
Best time: Sep, May, Jun, Aug.
Jul is warmest (37.5°C high); Mar is rainiest (60 mm).
Herat weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7.9 | -3 | 49 | 4.1 |
| Feb | 10.4 | -0.8 | 55 | 5 |
| Mar | 16.5 | 4.3 | 60 | 6.6 |
| Apr | 23.6 | 10 | 39 | 8 |
| May | 29.8 | 14.2 | 8 | 10.7 |
| Jun | 35.6 | 19 | 1 | 12.2 |
| Jul | 37.5 | 21.5 | 0 | 12.2 |
| Aug | 35.7 | 19.5 | 0 | 11.4 |
| Sep | 31.1 | 13.7 | 0 | 9.8 |
| Oct | 24.1 | 7.6 | 3 | 7.2 |
| Nov | 17 | 2.6 | 14 | 5.1 |
| Dec | 11.3 | -0.6 | 40 | 3.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepMayJunAug
Beaches: JulJunAugSep
Hiking: OctMaySepNov
Sightseeing: SepMayOctJun
Herat quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jul): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Herat?
Sep, May, Jun, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Mar, about 60 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 37.5°C.
Where to stay
See Herat hotels · Book Herat tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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