Climate and monthly weather forecastGhulakandoz, Tajikistan
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The climate of Ghulakandoz
Located in Tajikistan, Ghulakandoz is marked by a Mid-latitude steppe climate, also known as a BSk according to the Köppen climate classification. The geographical position of this town contributes to this mostly arid climate that features large temperature swings from summer to winter.Throughout the year, Ghulakandoz experiences significant variations in its weather parameters. Starting with temperatures, summer months are notably warm, going up to heights of around 33.6°C (92.5°F) in July while winter months can be quite chilly with lows of -0.9°C (30.4°F) in January.
On average, August secures the lowest relative humidity of approximately 26%, whereas February records the highest humidity rate of 66%. As far as precipitation is concerned, it’s noticed that April, the wettest month, receives up to 49mm (1.93") of rain. The driest month, on the other hand, is August with incredibly low rainfall, measuring just around 5mm (0.2").
In terms of sunshine, July and August boast the highest number of hours of sun at approximately 12 hours per day, while December experiences the lowest at around 5.9 hours per day.
The best time to visit Ghulakandoz
Given the predominantly dry and hot climate that Ghulakandoz features through most of the year, the best time for a visit would be between April and June. During this period, the temperatures range from a comfortable 13.8°C (56.8°F) to a warm 30.8°C (87.4°F) and the rainfall is relatively moderate. Furthermore, the daylight hours are also generous during these months, varying between 12 and 15 hours per day. Potential visitors should note that these conditions offer a splendid opportunity to indulge in outdoor activities and explore this region of Tajikistan.The worst time to visit Ghulakandoz
Touring Ghulakandoz in the peak of winter, specifically from December to February, may prove to be quite a challenge for those not prepared for the cold. With temperatures during these months plunging to lows of -0.9°C (30.4°F) to -0.4°C (31.3°F), combined with snowfall measuring between 53mm (2.09") and 80mm (3.15"), the weather can be bitterly cold. Furthermore, these months receive the least amount of sunshine, with less than 6 hours per day on average. It's worth noting that such conditions may hamper navigation as well as outdoor activity plans.Spring weather in Ghulakandoz
Spring in Ghulakandoz falls between March and May. During this time, temperatures gradually increase, starting from an average high of 13.8°C (56.8°F) in March, escalating to a warm 26.1°C (79°F) by May. This period is also marked by an increase in rainfall, reaching a peak of 49mm (1.93") in April, thus making it the wettest month of the year.Summer weather in Ghulakandoz
Summer is characterized by intense heat in Ghulakandoz, commencing in June and persisting through August. The mercury tends to shoot up in July, touching a strikingly hot 33.6°C (92.5°F), which is the highest of the year. Despite the intense temperatures, summers record low rainfall - notably, August is the driest month with a minimal 5mm (0.2") of rain.Autumn weather in Ghulakandoz
Autumn in Ghulakandoz welcomes a cooling relief from the summer heat, starting in September and lasting up until November. Commencing with an average high of 27.1°C (80.8°F) in September, temperatures steadily decline, nearing an average high of 11.3°C (52.3°F) by November. Rainfall in autumn is generally mild, ranging from 5mm (0.2") in September to 22mm (0.87") in November.Winter weather in Ghulakandoz
Winter in Ghulakandoz, occurring between December and February, is marked by a significant drop in temperatures, coupled with an increase in snowfall. Temperatures during these months may fall to as low as -0.9°C (30.4°F). December and January are noted for receiving the highest snowfall at around 53mm (2.09") and 80mm (3.15") respectively.Weather in January
The start of the year in Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan typically brings a considerable amount of snowfall, with a recorded average of 53mm (2.09") falling across 3.8 days of the month. As the cold winter month, January also experiences lower daylight exposure, with minimum sunshine duration. Weather in January »Weather in February
Transitioning from January, February weather in Ghulakandoz continues to bear the winter's cold, but with slightly more sunshine days observed. Relative humidity notably increases during this month, indicating a more moist environment. Weather in February »Weather in March
A significant shift can be observed in the weather conditions in Ghulakandoz as March ushers in the start of spring. With the shift in climatic conditions, snowfall occurrences reduce considerably, making way for increased rainfall days. Weather in March »Weather in April
April marks a clear deviation from the cold weather that Ghulakandoz has been experiencing since the start of the year. This month witnesses a significant leap in temperature, reaching up to an average high of 19.7°C (67.5°F). With this considerable increase, the environment takes a drier turn as evidenced by decreased humidity levels. Weather in April »Weather in May
The weather in Ghulakandoz during May signals the onset of a warmer climate as Tajikistan moves towards its summer months. The city experiences longer daylight hours, contributing to an average monthly 11.7 hours of sunshine. As expected, the warmth leads to a significant decrease in humidity, combined with an increase in visibility distance. Weather in May »Weather in June
June in Ghulakandoz greets the residents with the onset of true summer heat. The month distinguishes itself with the year's highest average temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and longest daylight hours. Simultaneously, there is a noticeable reduction in humidity levels and rainfall days. Weather in June »Weather in July
July firmly establishes the peak of summer in Ghulakandoz. It is, in fact, the warmest month of the year with an average high temperature hitting 33.6°C (92.5°F). Interestingly, despite such soaring temperatures, July records the lowest average relative humidity percentage. Weather in July »Weather in August
As summer progresses in Ghulakandoz, August brings some relief from the intense heat of July. Although still warm and sunny, the city witnesses a slight reduction in temperature. Consistently, August also records lower relative humidity and pressure. Weather in August »Weather in September
September in Ghulakandoz signifies the arrival of autumn, as the weather begins to cool from the summer's peak. With this change, the city witnesses a dip in average high temperature to 27.1°C (80.8°F), a sharp contrast to the scorching warmth of July. Weather in September »Weather in October
October in Ghulakandoz spells the true advent of autumn. The average temperature continues to fall, offering a distinct coolness in the air. Interestingly, the atmospheric pressure begins to rise again, making a marked contrast to earlier months. Weather in October »Weather in November
November in Ghulakandoz sees a further decrease in temperature, as winter begins to set in. Following the trend of the autumn months, daylight hours continue to decrease. Precipitation levels rise, and the first snow of the season is often noted during this month. Weather in November »Weather in December
December in Ghulakandoz is characterized by the deepening winter, with the average low temperature dipping to -0.4°C (31.3°F). This marks the return of the high snowfall months, as experienced at the year's start. December has the shortest daylight hours, coinciding with the longest nights of the year. Weather in December »Updated: Feb 5, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January, with its average high-temperature of 5.4°C (41.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -0.9°C (30.4°F), holds the record as the coldest month.
In Ghulakandoz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.1 days and collects up to 276mm (10.87") of precipitation.
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall.
In Ghulakandoz, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of snow.
January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
With an average relative humidity of 66%, February is the most humid month.
February is the month with the most snowfall in Ghulakandoz. Snow falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 80mm (3.15") of snow.
The month with the most rainfall in Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan, is April, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.
In Ghulakandoz, snow does not fall in May through October.
With an average of 15h and 0min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan.
The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
July, having an average high-temperature of 33.6°C (92.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F), is the warmest month.
With an average relative humidity of 25%, July is the least humid month in Ghulakandoz.
The months with the least rainfall are August and September Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of rain.
The month with the most sunshine in Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan, is August, with an average of 12.4h of sunshine.
December has the shortest days of the year in Ghulakandoz, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan, does not utilize Daylight Saving Time (DST). +05 timezone is used throughout the entire year.
Average temperature
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (33.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.9°C).
Average pressure
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
- Average pressure in January:
1024mbar - Average pressure in February:
1022.7mbar - Average pressure in March:
1019mbar - Average pressure in April:
1017.2mbar - Average pressure in May:
1013.9mbar - Average pressure in June:
1009.9mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1007mbar - Average pressure in August:
1009.4mbar - Average pressure in September:
1014.5mbar - Average pressure in October:
1020.5mbar - Average pressure in November:
1024.1mbar - Average pressure in December:
1025.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1025.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007mbar).
Average wind speed
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
- Average wind speed in January:
12.1km/h - Average wind speed in February:
11.8km/h - Average wind speed in March:
11.4km/h - Average wind speed in April:
10.2km/h - Average wind speed in May:
9.4km/h - Average wind speed in June:
9.6km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
9.8km/h - Average wind speed in August:
8.9km/h - Average wind speed in September:
8.3km/h - Average wind speed in October:
9.6km/h - Average wind speed in November:
10.5km/h - Average wind speed in December:
12.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.3km/h).
Average humidity
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (25%).
Average rainfall
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (49mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (5mm).
Average rainfall days
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
- Average rainfall days in January:
8.6 days - Average rainfall days in February:
10.4 days - Average rainfall days in March:
14.4 days - Average rainfall days in April:
15.2 days - Average rainfall days in May:
12.6 days - Average rainfall days in June:
8.5 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
4.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
3.1 days - Average rainfall days in September:
3.8 days - Average rainfall days in October:
7.8 days - Average rainfall days in November:
7.9 days - Average rainfall days in December:
8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.1 days).
Average snowfall
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The month with the highest snowfall is February (80mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
- Average snowfall days in January:
3.8 days - Average snowfall days in February:
4.6 days - Average snowfall days in March:
1.2 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.1 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:
1.6 days - Average snowfall days in December:
3.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 42min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 42min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 18min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 24min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 0min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 42min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 42min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 30min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 6min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 0min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January:
5h and 48min - Average sunshine in February:
6h and 0min - Average sunshine in March:
8h and 0min - Average sunshine in April:
10h and 18min - Average sunshine in May:
11h and 42min - Average sunshine in June:
12h and 6min
- Average sunshine in July:
12h and 0min - Average sunshine in August:
12h and 24min - Average sunshine in September:
10h and 42min - Average sunshine in October:
7h and 24min - Average sunshine in November:
6h and 24min - Average sunshine in December:
5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
- Average sunshine days in January:
18.9 days - Average sunshine days in February:
14 days - Average sunshine days in March:
14.3 days - Average sunshine days in April:
11.3 days - Average sunshine days in May:
14.5 days - Average sunshine days in June:
15.1 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
23.2 days - Average sunshine days in August:
24.5 days - Average sunshine days in September:
22.9 days - Average sunshine days in October:
20.8 days - Average sunshine days in November:
20.9 days - Average sunshine days in December:
19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.3 days).
Average UV index
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility
Ghulakandoz, Tajikistan
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).
