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Weather & Climate in Ōbêh, Afghanistan
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ōbêh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 63°F. The area gets 340 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 55.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 4,222 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,222 ft (1,287 m) |
| Area | 952.8 sq mi (2,467.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3697°N, 63.1764°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
11 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Jan 17, 2022 | 45 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan | M5.3 | 74 km | 11 km |
| Jan 17, 2022 | 49 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan | M4.9 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jul 14, 2004 | 8 km SE of Qarah B?gh, Afghanistan | M4.6 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2025 | 35 km ESE of Qarah Bāgh, Afghanistan | M4.6 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Aug 23, 2021 | 16 km NNW of Zindah J?n, Afghanistan | M4.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Nov 6, 1990 | 70 km SE of Karukh, Afghanistan | M4.5 | 27 km | 179 km |
| Feb 27, 2013 | 10 km ENE of Zindah J?n, Afghanistan | M4.4 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2024 | 26 km SE of Qarah Bāgh, Afghanistan | M4.3 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2025 | 17 km NW of Herāt, Afghanistan | M4.1 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jul 29, 2025 | 13 km NW of Herāt, Afghanistan | M4.1 | 98 km | 9 km |
| Aug 28, 2021 | 46 km SE of Ghormach, Afghanistan | M4.1 | 144 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.9 in |
Ōbêh has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 17°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 12.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (0.0").