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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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