Best Time to Visit Mazar-e Sharif
Best time: May, Sep, Oct, Apr.
Jul is warmest (39.9°C high); Mar is rainiest (45 mm).
Mazar-e Sharif weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8.3 | -1.6 | 29 | 3.4 |
| Feb | 10.5 | -0.1 | 30 | 4.7 |
| Mar | 16.1 | 5.4 | 45 | 6 |
| Apr | 24.9 | 11.4 | 28 | 7.9 |
| May | 31.9 | 17.1 | 10 | 10.7 |
| Jun | 38.3 | 22.5 | 0 | 11.3 |
| Jul | 39.9 | 25.2 | 0 | 12.1 |
| Aug | 37.5 | 23.2 | 0 | 11.2 |
| Sep | 32.5 | 16.7 | 0 | 9.2 |
| Oct | 24.6 | 9.5 | 4 | 6.6 |
| Nov | 17.2 | 3.6 | 11 | 4.5 |
| Dec | 11.2 | 0.4 | 21 | 3.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MaySepOctApr
Beaches: JunAugSepJul
Hiking: OctNovAprSep
Sightseeing: MaySepOctApr
Mazar-e Sharif 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 Mazar-e Sharif?
May, Sep, Oct, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Mar, about 45 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 39.9°C.
Where to stay
See Mazar-e Sharif hotels · Book Mazar-e Sharif tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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