October is an ideal time to visit Mazar-i-sharif if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +72°F and about 21 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 5 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
5 mm
Total precipitation
50%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mazar-i-sharif has great weather in October.
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Average temperature in Mazar-i-sharif in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mazar-i-sharif for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +75°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +68°F.
Is Mazar-i-sharif warm or cold in October?
Mazar-i-sharif is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +84°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +59°F to +50°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Mazar-i-sharif:
Climate in Mazar-i-sharif in October
Mazar-i-sharif weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+72°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+28°F
+16°F
Max. temperature
+102°F
+99°F
+84°F
Rainfall
0 mm
5 mm
18 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
39%
50%
67%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1018 HPa
1021 HPa
Sunny days
28
21
11
Cloudy days
2
7
12
Rainy days
0
3
7
Snowy days
0
0
1
October weather is still as great as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +84°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 5 mm.Humidity rises from 39% to 50%.Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 28 sunny days in September to 21 in October.
Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Mazar-i-sharif in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Mazar-i-sharif is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Mazar-i-sharif based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Mazar-i-sharif is amazing in October with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Mazar-i-sharif wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 44 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Mazar-i-sharif?
This is the weather in Mazar-i-sharif in October 2024:
1 October
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+78°F
2 October
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+78°F
3 October
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+83°F
4 October
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+84°F
5 October
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+86°F
6 October
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+68°F
7 October
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+70°F
8 October
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+73°F
9 October
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+76°F
10 October
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+82°F
11 October
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+84°F
12 October
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+80°F
13 October
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+54°F
14 October
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+66°F
15 October
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+64°F
16 October
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+66°F
17 October
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+73°F
18 October
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+70°F
19 October
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+76°F
20 October
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+80°F
21 October
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+69°F
22 October
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+73°F
23 October
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+70°F
24 October
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+75°F
25 October
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+79°F
26 October
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+75°F
27 October
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+79°F
28 October
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+81°F
29 October
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+82°F
30 October
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+81°F
31 October
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+67°F
In October 2024 Mazar-i-sharif had 22 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 62%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 10%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Mazar-i-sharif climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Mazar-i-sharif in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+69°F) and the highest in 2016 (+76°F). The driest year was 2008 with only 71 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1991 with 304 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mazar-i-sharif in October:
Is October a good time to visit Mazar-i-sharif?
Yes, October is a great time to go to Mazar-i-sharif, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Mazar-i-sharif.
Can you sunbathe in Mazar-i-sharif in October?
October has mild temperatures in Mazar-i-sharif. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Mazar-i-sharif rainy in October?
Mazar-i-sharif is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Mazar-i-sharif in October?
Yes, Mazar-i-sharif is sunny in October. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
Other cities in Afghanistan
Check out the weather for other cities in Afghanistan.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mazar-i-sharif, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
