UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Kabul, Afghanistan 
will be up to 12.2, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-10
UV index at 12.2 in Kabul means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
The UV index in Kabul is highest during the summer months, often reaching levels above 9, indicating very strong sun exposure. In winter, it drops significantly to lower, safer levels around 2 or 3.
Kabul has hot summers with temperatures frequently above 30°C (86°F) and cold winters where it can drop below freezing, often with snow. Spring and autumn are mild with comfortable temperatures and less extreme weather.
Compared to much of Afghanistan, Kabul is cooler due to its higher elevation. Neighboring countries like Pakistan and Iran generally have warmer climates, especially in their lower altitude regions, with more humidity than Kabul’s dry, continental weather.
See the UV index hour by hour for Kabul, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.