May weather forecast
Kabul, Afghanistan

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Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan
Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan

Weather in May

May guides Kabul through the threshold into the summer season, opening the gates to increased warmth. A steady rise in temperature conveys the growing influence of the sun, making it necessary to dust off the summer gear. A drastic cut-down in rainfall accentuates the pronounced entry of summer. Kabulis, however, get to bask in the extra hours of sunshine. Parallel to the climbing degrees, the UV index maxes out, calling for the implementation of stringent sun safety measures.

Temperature

Kabul experiences a temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from an enjoyable 19°C (66.2°F) in April to a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F). The nighttime temperature during May displays a significant divergence from daily peaks, averaging at a frosty 9°C (48.2°F).

Rainfall

In Kabul, in May, during 8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kabul, there are 50 rainfall days, and 332mm (13.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:41 and sunset at 19:00 +0430.

Sunshine

In Kabul, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 11 during May leads to these advisories:
Execute every important safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Kabul, in May, the average high-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).

How much does it rain in May?

In Kabul, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Kabul have in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, in Kabul, sunrise is at 04:41 and sunset at 19:00 +0430.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 11. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Kabul, Afghanistan

Average temperature in May - Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in May: 24°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7°C).

Average rainfall in May
Kabul, Afghanistan

Average rainfall in May - Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kabul, Afghanistan

Average rainfall days in May - Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and September (1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kabul, Afghanistan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in May
Kabul, Afghanistan

Average UV index in May - Kabul, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in May: 11

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Kabul, Afghanistan

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