Kabul
Decide whether to visit or live in Kabul, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.
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Would you visit or live in Kabul?
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High caution — reconsider plans
Official foreign travel advice warns against all travel to Afghanistan.
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- Official advice warns against travel
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Official UK government advisory strictly advises against all travel to Afghanistan.
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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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People and places shaping Kabul
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Research updated Wednesday, October 21, 2026Past and future events in Kabul
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Previously
- Saur Revolution
Marked the end of a period of tranquility in Kabul and the start of the Soviet-Afghan War context.
- Fall of Kabul (2021)
Kabul was recaptured by the Taliban following the United States' withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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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
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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 monitored in regional 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.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Kabul?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Kabul include FA-AF, PS, UZ-AF, TK, with AFN used for local transactions.
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.