Shamali Plain, Afghanistan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Shamali Plain, Afghanistan? If you're planning to go to Shamali Plain, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Shamali Plain, Afghanistan

Based on the climate and weather in Shamali Plain, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Shamali Plain, Afghanistan

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Shamali Plain, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Shamali Plain, Afghanistan by month

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January

If you go to Shamali Plain in January, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

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February

February in this region is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the high 30s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about two thirds of the time. It rains occasionally.

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March

March is crisp. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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April

April for Shamali Plain is mild. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost once in a while. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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May

If you are traveling to Shamali Plain in May, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 10s C).

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June

If you go to Shamali Plain in June, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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July

If you go to Shamali Plain in July, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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August

August in Shamali Plain very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher.

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September

If you are traveling to Shamali Plain in September, you will notice that it very dry with almost no rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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October

If you are traveling to Shamali Plain in October, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C). There is frost occasionally.

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November

November in Shamali Plain dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost a bit less than half of the time. It rains sometimes.

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December

If you go to Shamali Plain in December, you will notice that it is brisk. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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