Kabul
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Kabul month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Kabul are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 20–25°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 33°C), January the coldest (average low -7°C), and March the wettest (about 75 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.4 | -7.2 | 40 | 7.7 |
| February | 6.8 | -5.3 | 48 | 8.7 |
| March | 12.5 | 0.5 | 75 | 9.1 |
| April | 19.5 | 5.8 | 70 | 10.9 |
| May | 24.9 | 10.4 | 35 | 12.2 |
| June | 30.5 | 15.0 | 8 | 12.9 |
| July | 33.2 | 18.0 | 6 | 12.8 |
| August | 31.8 | 16.9 | 14 | 12.4 |
| September | 28.9 | 13.3 | 3 | 11.6 |
| October | 21.5 | 7.1 | 9 | 10.4 |
| November | 14.3 | 0.9 | 19 | 9.1 |
| December | 9.5 | -2.8 | 9 | 8.6 |
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01 · OverviewKabul, in brief
Kabul is the capital and largest city of Afghanistan. It is within the jurisdiction of Kabul District and has an estimated population of 5,333,284 people. Located in the eastern half of the country, forming part of the Kabul Province, the city is administratively divided into five zones and 22 municipal districts. The native population of Kabul primarily speaks Persian, locally referred to as Persian Dari, using regional Dari dialects with a distinctive Kabuli accent. Kabul has long been Afghanistan's political, cultural and economic center. Rapid urbanization has made it the country's primate city. It is located high in a narrow valley in the Hindu Kush mountain range, and is bounded by the Kabul River. At an altitude of 1,791 m (5,876 ft) above sea level, it is one of the highest capital cities in the world. The center of the city contains its oldest neighborhoods, including the areas of Bala Hisar, Deh Afghanan and Murad Khani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kabul
Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.
01 · Q&AWhere is Kabul located and what are its coordinates?
Kabul is situated in Afghanistan at geographic coordinates 34.5281, 69.1723 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Kabul?
Kabul has a recorded population of approximately 4,434,550 and observes the Asia/Kabul time zone (AFN).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Kabul?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Kabul include fa-AF, ps, uz-AF, tk, and the circulating currency is AFN.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Kabul?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Kabul, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.