Capital city, Tajikistan
Dushanbe weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Dushanbe
Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild; Jul–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb is cold. Pamir Highway season runs roughly May–Oct.
Dushanbe weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan9°36 mm
- Feb10°52 mm
- Mar17°52 mm
- Apr23°52 mm
- May30°31 mm
- Jun36°11 mm
- Jul39°2 mm
- Aug37°1 mm
- Sep32°2 mm
- Oct24°11 mm
- Nov16°33 mm
- Dec10°35 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C48°F | 0°C32°F | 36 mm | 65% | Cold |
| February | 10°C51°F | 1°C33°F | 52 mm | 69% | Cold |
| March | 17°C63°F | 6°C43°F | 52 mm | 65% | Cool |
| April | 23°C74°F | 11°C52°F | 52 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C85°F | 17°C62°F | 31 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| June | 36°C97°F | 21°C70°F | 11 mm | 29% | Very hot |
| July | 39°C102°F | 24°C75°F | 2 mm | 21% | Very hot |
| August | 37°C99°F | 22°C72°F | 1 mm | 20% | Very hot |
| September | 32°C89°F | 17°C63°F | 2 mm | 22% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C75°F | 11°C52°F | 11 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C60°F | 5°C41°F | 33 mm | 54% | Cool |
| December | 10°C50°F | 1°C34°F | 35 mm | 63% | Cold |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Dushanbe?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild; Jul–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb is cold. Pamir Highway season runs roughly May–Oct.
When is the rainy season in Dushanbe?
Rain peaks in February with about 52 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Dushanbe?
July, with average highs of 39°C (102°F).
How cold does Dushanbe get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (32°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 3.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.