October weather forecast
Kabul, Afghanistan

October sees Kabul hunkering down for the shift from warm to cooler conditions. The extended dominance of sunshine begins to lose ground as temperatures drop towards autumnal levels. Selective rainfall paints the city's leaves in autumn hues, setting the stage for the approaching winter. The shorter days are nevertheless adorned with nine hours of brilliant sunshine. As the UV index plunges further, the city’s weather grows accommodating to outdoor activities.

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 28°C (82.4°F) to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). Kabul anticipates a considerable drop in temperature at night in October, with an average low of 5°C (41°F).

Rainfall

In Kabul, in October, during 2 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kabul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50 days and collects up to 332mm (13.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kabul, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:00 +0430.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9h.

UV index

In Kabul, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.