Climate of Balkh, Afghanistan
Area-weighted average across Balkh. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Balkh, a subdivision of Afghanistan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1.6°C / 34.9°F in January to 29.9°C / 85.8°F in July, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 49 mm / 1.9 in depending on the season (204 mm / 8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.6°C34.9°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Snowy |
| February | 3.6°C38.5°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
| March | 9.3°C48.7°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| April | 16.6°C61.9°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 22.4°C72.3°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 27.9°C82.2°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 29.9°C85.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 27.9°C82.2°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 22.3°C72.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 15.3°C59.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 9°C48.2°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| December | 4.4°C39.9°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Balkh?
The best months to visit Balkh, Afghanistan for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 29.9°C / 85.8°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Balkh?
Balkh, Afghanistan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1.6°C / 34.9°F in January to 29.9°C / 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 204 mm / 8 in, with the wettest month being March (49 mm / 1.9 in) and the driest July (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Balkh?
The hottest month in Balkh is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 29.9°C / 85.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Balkh?
The coldest month in Balkh is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1.6°C / 34.9°F.
When does it rain most in Balkh?
The wettest month in Balkh is March, averaging about 49 mm / 1.9 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.