Climate and monthly weather forecastKhost, Afghanistan
Khost, Afghanistan - Climate and weather forecast by month. Detailed climate information with charts - average monthly weather with temperature, pressure, humidity, precipitation, wind, daylight, sunshine, visibility, and UV index data. The month with the most rainfall in Khost is March, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. January, with an average high of 10.2°C (50.4°F) and a low of 1.9°C (35.4°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Khost.
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Khost
Influenced by its geographical position, Khost, Afghanistan, experiences a Humid subtropical climate year-round with no dry season, as reflected by the Köppen climate classification of Cfa. Throughout the year, conditions are dominated by the relative consistency of temperature, rainfall, and humidity.Temperature ranges from a low of 1.9°C (35.4°F) to a high tipping at 32.7°C (90.9°F). The warmest period on average is during July at 32.7°C (90.9°F), while January is notably the coldest month averaging at 1.9°C (35.4°F). Rainfall fluctuates between months with 1mm (0.04") recorded in December and peaking at 51mm (2.01") during March. On average, there are between 1.4 to 9.3 rainy days per month, again seeing the highest frequency in March.
From the specific humidity perspective, the air is driest in June with 27% relative humidity and most humid in August with 47% on average. Khost experiences sunlight for 10 to 14.3 hours daily throughout the year. Sunshine hours are at their peak in June and July, with average sunshine duration of 12.1 hours, while reaching its minimum in December at 10 hours. The highest UV index is observed during May, June, July, and August, standing at 7.
The best time to visit Khost
When it comes to a pleasant visit to Khost, the months of May through June emerge as a clear winner. These months bring pleasing temperatures with high averages between 28.9°C (84°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F), adequate humidity levels of 30% to 27%, longer daylight hours between 13.9 and 14.3 hours, and the highly desirable UV index of 7. During this time, rainfall is relatively low, reaching a minimal 6mm (0.24") in June which greatly maximizes outdoor activities.The worst time to visit Khost
Considering overall weather parameters, the less appealing period to visit Khost falls into January. At this time, low temperatures average at 1.9°C (35.4°F) and only 10.2 hours of daylight. Moreover, this month witnesses a higher number of rainfall days with 6.3 days, potentially hampering outdoor activities.Spring weather in Khost
Khost transitions into spring from March to May with temperatures steadily climbing to reach a high of 28.9°C (84°F) in May. Rainfall is moderate, starting from 51mm (2.01") in March, gradually decreasing to 20mm (0.79") by May. This period also enjoys increasing daylight hours up to a maximum of 13.9 hours in May. As for wind, speed remains relatively consistent from 7.9km/h (4.9mph) to 9.4km/h (5.8mph) during this time of the year. Seizing the charm of spring, visitors can enjoy longer days and mild conditions.Summer weather in Khost
The summer in Khost, spanning from June to August, is characterized by a rise in temperature, reaching a peak high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) in July. June, being the driest month with lowest humidity at 27%, experiences only 6mm (0.24") of rain. The days are notably long, with an average of 14.3 hours of daylight in June. Despite high temperatures, the wind speed is higher, offering some natural respite.Autumn weather in Khost
Autumn, from September to November, offers mild and comfortable weather conditions in Khost. Temperatures range from 28.9°C (84°F) high in September, cooling down to 17.8°C (64°F) in November. Rainfall conditions follow suit and stay low, with only 5mm (0.2") recorded in October and November. Daylight hours decrease to 10.5 hours by November and wind speed slows down to 6.2km/h (3.9mph).Winter weather in Khost
Winter in Khost falls in December, January, and February. During this period, temperatures drop to a low of 1.9°C (35.4°F) in January. Snowfall is minimal, with only 16mm (0.63") falling in December while January and February do not receive any snow. Despite the cold, the area receives around 10 hours of daylight during the winter months. With such weather conditions, winter, particularly January, is considered less appealing for visitors.Weather in January
January in Khost, Afghanistan ushers in the new year with a blend of chilly temperatures and relatively dry conditions. Nights can be particularly cold, with average minimum temperatures reaching only 1.9°C (35.4°F). Interestingly, despite the cold, January is one of the drier months in Khost, having the second-lowest rainfall at 17mm (0.67") and snowfall of 16mm (0.63") over.5 days. Weather in January »Weather in February
February continues the winter season, but with temperatures showing slight improvement. The increase in average temperatures to 4.3°C (39.7°F) for lows and 11.8°C (53.2°F) for highs testify to the approach of spring. Despite having one of the lower sunshine hours at 7.1h, February still boasts clear visibility reaching up to 10 km. Weather in February »Weather in March
March heralds the arrival of spring and with it comes a noticeable rise in temperatures. A significant increase in temperatures can be seen, with highs reaching 17.3°C (63.1°F) while lows settle around 9°C (48.2°F). The month also experiences increased precipitation with rainfall amounts rising to 51mm (2.01") over about 9.3 days. Weather in March »Weather in April
April offers idyllic weather perfect for outdoor activities. During this month, temperatures continue their upward trend, with highs averaging at 23.3°C (73.9°F) and lows around 13.8°C (56.8°F). Rainfall, however, decreases to an amount of 34mm (1.34") over about 9 days. Weather in April »Weather in May
May in Khost brings in an impressive increase in temperatures, marking the onset of summer. Temperatures can hike up to a blistering high of 28.9°C (84°F), while the average low stays at a warm 18.8°C (65.8°F). Along with the increased heat, May also sees a substantial decrease in rainfall to just 20mm (0.79") over 5.3 days. Weather in May »Weather in June
June ushers in the most extreme highs of the summer heat for Khost. The temperature reaches a scorching yearly high average of 32.3°C (90.1°F), while average lows don't drop below 22.2°C (72°F). With just 6mm (0.24") rainfall over 4.4 days, June is the driest month of the year. Weather in June »Weather in July
July persists with the intense heat, yet surprisingly, Khost experiences a spike in rainfall. A slight increase in precipitation results in 18mm (0.71") rainfall over about 8.6 days, although temperatures do not fall below 23.5°C (74.3°F) even during the night. Weather in July »Weather in August
August brings slight relief from the arid conditions in Khost. Temperatures drop marginally to an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F). Interestingly enough, rainfall sees another increase amounting to 27mm (1.06") spread over about 6.8 days, leading to a slight uptick in humidity to 47%. Weather in August »Weather in September
September greets Khost with the onset of autumn, bringing with it milder weather. An average drop to 19.5°C (67.1°F) for lows and 28.9°C (84°F) for highs are noticeable indications of the changing season. Rainfall drops to its annual low of 3mm (0.12") over just 2.2 days, and wind speed also decreases slightly with an average of 7.8km/h (4.8mph). Weather in September »Weather in October
October ushers in significantly cooler weather to Khost. Temperatures drop to more moderate ranges, with lows reaching 13.5°C (56.3°F) and highs sitting at 23.8°C (74.8°F). Rainfall remains minimal during this month, with only 5mm (0.2") falling across approximately 2.5 days. Weather in October »Weather in November
November’s weather in Khost exhibits a significant cooling trend. As temperatures fall further, highs still reach 17.8°C (64°F) and lows drop to 8.2°C (46.8°F). Rainfall remains consistent, with 5mm (0.2") spread over about 2.3 days, while a decrease in wind speed close to an average of 6.2km/h (3.9mph) characterizes the calmer weather. Weather in November »Weather in December
December sees Khost, Afghanistan entering its cold season, with temperatures continuing to drop. Cool conditions dominate this month, with an average high of 13.5°C (56.3°F) and low reaching a chilly 3.8°C (38.8°F). Yet, with only 1mm (0.04") of mean rainfall spread over 1.4 days, December ends up being the driest month of the year. Weather in December »Updated: Aug 2, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January, with an average high of 10.2°C (50.4°F) and a low of 1.9°C (35.4°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Khost.
Throughout the year, there are 66.7 rainfall days, and 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
January and February are months with snowfall.
January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of snow.
In Khost, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.6 days and aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of snow.
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
February has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.1h of sunshine.
The month with the most rainfall in Khost is March, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
March through December are months without snowfall in Khost.
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
The least humid month is June, with an average relative humidity of 27%.
The month with the longest days is June, with an average of 14h and 18min of daylight.
The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.
The warmest time of the year is July, with temperatures averaging a high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and a low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
Khost does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). +0430 timezone is used throughout the entire year.
Average temperature
Khost, Afghanistan
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.2°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°C).
Average pressure
Khost, Afghanistan
- Average pressure in January:
1020.2mbar - Average pressure in February:
1018.6mbar - Average pressure in March:
1015.7mbar - Average pressure in April:
1012.2mbar - Average pressure in May:
1008.2mbar - Average pressure in June:
1003.4mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1001.5mbar - Average pressure in August:
1003.7mbar - Average pressure in September:
1008.5mbar - Average pressure in October:
1014.6mbar - Average pressure in November:
1018mbar - Average pressure in December:
1019.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.5mbar).
Average wind speed
Khost, Afghanistan
- Average wind speed in January:
6.4km/h - Average wind speed in February:
7.4km/h - Average wind speed in March:
7.9km/h - Average wind speed in April:
8.4km/h - Average wind speed in May:
9.4km/h - Average wind speed in June:
9.5km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
9.5km/h - Average wind speed in August:
8.7km/h - Average wind speed in September:
7.8km/h - Average wind speed in October:
7.1km/h - Average wind speed in November:
6.2km/h - Average wind speed in December:
6.2km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (9.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (6.2km/h).
Average humidity
Khost, Afghanistan
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).
Average rainfall
Khost, Afghanistan
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1mm).
Average rainfall days
Khost, Afghanistan
- Average rainfall days in January:
6.3 days - Average rainfall days in February:
8.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
9.3 days - Average rainfall days in April:
9 days - Average rainfall days in May:
5.3 days - Average rainfall days in June:
4.4 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
8.6 days - Average rainfall days in August:
6.8 days - Average rainfall days in September:
2.2 days - Average rainfall days in October:
2.5 days - Average rainfall days in November:
2.3 days - Average rainfall days in December:
1.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.4 days).
Average snowfall
Khost, Afghanistan
The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Khost, Afghanistan
- Average snowfall days in January:
0.5 days - Average snowfall days in February:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in March:
0 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0 days - Average snowfall days in December:
0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Khost, Afghanistan
- Average daylight in January:
10h and 12min - Average daylight in February:
11h and 0min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 0min - Average daylight in May:
13h and 54min - Average daylight in June:
14h and 18min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 6min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 24min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 24min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 30min - Average daylight in December:
10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January:
7h and 12min - Average sunshine in February:
7h and 6min - Average sunshine in March:
9h and 0min - Average sunshine in April:
11h and 36min - Average sunshine in May:
12h and 0min - Average sunshine in June:
12h and 6min
- Average sunshine in July:
11h and 48min - Average sunshine in August:
12h and 0min - Average sunshine in September:
10h and 48min - Average sunshine in October:
9h and 6min - Average sunshine in November:
7h and 30min - Average sunshine in December:
7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Khost, Afghanistan
- Average sunshine days in January:
23.7 days - Average sunshine days in February:
19.3 days - Average sunshine days in March:
20.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
19.1 days - Average sunshine days in May:
23.3 days - Average sunshine days in June:
23.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
18 days - Average sunshine days in August:
20.3 days - Average sunshine days in September:
25.8 days - Average sunshine days in October:
28.5 days - Average sunshine days in November:
27.5 days - Average sunshine days in December:
29.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18 days).
Average UV index
Khost, Afghanistan
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover
Khost, Afghanistan
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility
Khost, Afghanistan
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
