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Weather & Climate in Qala i Naw, Afghanistan
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Qala i Naw enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 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 14.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,910 feet.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,910 ft (887 m) |
| Area | 260.9 sq mi (675.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9874°N, 63.1289°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kabul |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
15 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 | 45 km | 11 km |
| Jan 17, 2022 | 49 km E of Qala i Naw, Afghanistan | M4.9 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Jul 14, 2004 | 8 km SE of Qarah B?gh, Afghanistan | M4.6 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2025 | 35 km ESE of Qarah Bāgh, Afghanistan | M4.6 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Jul 21, 2004 | 26 km SW of Qarah B?gh, Afghanistan | M4.5 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 23, 2021 | 16 km NNW of Zindah J?n, Afghanistan | M4.5 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Nov 6, 1990 | 70 km SE of Karukh, Afghanistan | M4.5 | 96 km | 179 km |
| Feb 27, 2013 | 10 km ENE of Zindah J?n, Afghanistan | M4.4 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2024 | 26 km SE of Qarah Bāgh, Afghanistan | M4.3 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2021 | 81 km SSW of Maymana, Afghanistan | M4.3 | 133 km | 15 km |
| Jul 25, 2025 | 17 km NW of Herāt, Afghanistan | M4.1 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jul 29, 2025 | 13 km NW of Herāt, Afghanistan | M4.1 | 110 km | 9 km |
| Aug 28, 2021 | 46 km SE of Ghormach, Afghanistan | M4.1 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Jul 14, 2004 | 24 km WSW of Qarah B?gh, Afghanistan | M4.0 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Jun 19, 2005 | 46 km SW of Maymana, Afghanistan | M3.7 | 136 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-0°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 81°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 (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in |
Qala i Naw has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 31°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (0.0").