Best Time to Visit Herat, Herat, Afghanistan
Herat is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Herat for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–November; the wetter half falls in December–April. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 2.4°C / 36.3°F in January to 29.4°C / 84.9°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (July) to 58 mm / 2.3 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Herat, Herat, Afghanistan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Herat's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 16.4°C61.5°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| June | 27.1°C80.8°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 29.4°C84.9°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.5°C81.5°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 22.2°C72°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 15.6°C60.1°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Herat?
The best time to visit Herat for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 29.4°C / 84.9°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Herat's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Herat?
The rainy season at Herat, Herat runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 14 mm / 0.6 in. The wettest single month is March (58 mm / 2.3 in).
What is the driest month in Herat?
The driest month in Herat is July, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 29.4°C / 84.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Herat?
The least comfortable months for travel to Herat — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 58 mm / 2.3 in in March, and the coldest month averages 2.4°C / 36.3°F.
Is Herat climate different from Afghanistan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Herat figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Afghanistan figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Herat specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.