Best Time to Visit Kandahar
Best time: May, Sep, Oct, Apr.
Jul is warmest (40.3°C high); Jan is rainiest (48 mm).
Kandahar weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11.2 | -0.9 | 48 | 5.1 |
| Feb | 13.9 | 1.7 | 48 | 6 |
| Mar | 20.3 | 7 | 45 | 8.1 |
| Apr | 28.2 | 11.9 | 18 | 9.2 |
| May | 33.6 | 16.5 | 3 | 11.5 |
| Jun | 39.1 | 20.6 | 0 | 12.1 |
| Jul | 40.3 | 23 | 3 | 11.6 |
| Aug | 38.5 | 20.6 | 1 | 11.3 |
| Sep | 33.9 | 14.3 | 0 | 10.1 |
| Oct | 27.4 | 8.7 | 2 | 8.1 |
| Nov | 20.2 | 3.1 | 8 | 6.3 |
| Dec | 14.7 | 0 | 23 | 5.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MaySepOctApr
Beaches: JunAugMaySep
Hiking: OctAprNovSep
Sightseeing: SepMayOctApr
Kandahar quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jun, Jul, Aug): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kandahar?
May, Sep, Oct, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 48 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 40.3°C.
Where to stay
See Kandahar hotels · Book Kandahar tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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