The climate of Alah Say
Alah Say, situated in
Afghanistan, is characterized by a Mediterranean climate, with warm summers, pursuant to the Köppen climate classification (Csb). The overall weather trends depict a clear distinction between the seasons, offering diversity and change throughout the year.
Different climate parameters, such as temperature, humidity, sunshine, rainfall, and wind speed, exhibit fluctuations throughout the year. The highest average monthly temperature is experienced in the months of
July with 26.3°C (79.3°F), while in the winter period, temperatures often dip down to -7.9°C (17.8°F) in
January. Precipitation, primarily in the form of rainfall, is scattered across the year with most precipitation observed in
February of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alah Say, Afghanistan, there are 44.3 rainfall days, and 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated. Months with snowfall are January through
March and
December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Alah Say. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 59mm (2.32") of snow. In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 16:50. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:18 +0430. In Alah Say, the average sunshine in January is 7.1h. The months with the lowest UV index are January, February,
November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Weather in February
In
February, weather patterns show a slight rise in temperatures from
January, though it's still winter in
Alah Say. The remarkable detail about February is its relative humidity, registering a 62% average, the highest yearlong reading.
Weather in February »Weather in March
March introduces the transition from winter to spring, as evident in
Alah Say. Markedly, snowfall reduces to 14mm (0.55"), a significant decrease compared to
February's 56mm (2.2"). Enhanced solar radiations make the days somewhat warmer, although cold nights continue to prevail.
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Weather in April
April manifests considerable improvement in weather patterns in
Alah Say. The weather conspicuously warms up, with temperatures averaging from 4.2°C (39.6°F) to 13°C (55.4°F). The snowfall turns into rainfall, driven by increased temperatures.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May initiates balmy summer temperatures and reduced rainfall in
Alah Say. Interestingly, it marks the beginning of zero snowfall months extending all the way to
November. This initiation of the summer months makes it an excellent time for outdoor activities, as the daylight hours significantly increase.
Weather in May » Weather in June
In
June, summer is in full swing in
Alah Say,
Afghanistan. Of note is that the average high temperature peaks to 23.2°C (73.8°F) which accounts to the moderate temperatures experienced throughout the month. Longer hours of daylight characterize the month, paving the way for outdoor activities.
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Weather in July
July signifies the heart of the summer season in
Alah Say. It distinguishes itself by having the highest temperatures of the year, averaging from 14.5°C (58.1°F) to 26.3°C (79.3°F). Days are filled with generous amounts of sunshine, and the rainfall is minimal which contributes to drier atmospheres.
Weather in July » Weather in August
The weather in
August remains akin to
July in
Alah Say. Interestingly, daylight hours dwindle slightly from 14.5 to 13.4 hours, demonstrating a gradual change towards shorter days. Despite the decrease, the later parts of the day continue to be warm and favorable for late afternoon sessions outdoors.
Weather in August »Weather in September
With the arrival of
September,
Alah Say,
Afghanistan begins to cool down from the summer heat. A point to note is the lower average high temperature at 21.5°C (70.7°F), foreshowing the onset of autumn. There's a slight uptick in rainfall, but the days still contain copious amounts of sunshine.
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Weather in October
October signifies the transition to a cooler climate in
Alah Say. A drastic reduction in the average high temperature to 15.3°C (59.5°F) from
September's 21.5°C (70.7°F) means the locality is starting to cool down significantly.
Weather in October » Weather in November
In
November,
Alah Say transitions further into fall and winters start to mark their beginning. It's worth noting that the average low temperature dips to just 0.3°C (32.5°F), a clear drop from 5.9°C (42.6°F) in
October. The decrease in temperatures means heaters and warmer clothing become commonplace.
Weather in November »Weather in December
December brings full-blown winter to
Alah Say,
Afghanistan. It experiences a change in precipitation from rain to snow, with an average of 3mm (0.12") for the month. This period sees people bundling up in warmer clothing, as the temperatures continue to drop even further.
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