Best Time to Visit Mahmud-i-Raqi, Kapisa, Afghanistan
Mahmud-i-Raqi is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Mahmud-i-Raqi for sunny, dry weather is May–October — 6 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 1.2°C / 34.2°F in January to 27.2°C / 81°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (September) to 93 mm / 3.7 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mahmud-i-Raqi, Kapisa, Afghanistan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mahmud-i-Raqi'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 19.5°C67.1°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 25.3°C77.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27.2°C81°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.1°C79°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 22.2°C72°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 16.4°C61.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mahmud-i-Raqi?
The best time to visit Mahmud-i-Raqi for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 27.2°C / 81°F, and the driest is September with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mahmud-i-Raqi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mahmud-i-Raqi?
The rainy season at Mahmud-i-Raqi, Kapisa runs through December–April, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 28 mm / 1.1 in. The wettest single month is March (93 mm / 3.7 in).
What is the driest month in Mahmud-i-Raqi?
The driest month in Mahmud-i-Raqi is September, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.2°C / 72°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mahmud-i-Raqi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mahmud-i-Raqi — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 93 mm / 3.7 in in March, and the coldest month averages 1.2°C / 34.2°F.
Is Mahmud-i-Raqi climate different from Afghanistan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mahmud-i-Raqi 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 Mahmud-i-Raqi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.