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Green Mosque, Balkh

Mosque

Near Balkh, the Green Mosque survives as a ruined medieval complex noted for fragments of turquoise tile and layered archaeology. Scholars and visitors come for historic Islamic architecture and excavations.

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Green Mosque, Balkh essentials

Address: Balkh Province, Afghanistan
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Green Mosque, Balkh

Field visits to ancient sites are historically best in spring and autumn; current access depends on local security and preservation conditions.

Spring and autumn (historically)
April-June, September-October · 10-28°C
Traditionally the most agreeable months for travel and sight-seeing.

Weather & Climate near Green Mosque, Balkh

Climate

Green Mosque, Balkh's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 38°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 115 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good -2° - 8° 1° 30 mm partly cloudy 62% 2.4 m/s 0.3 low 9.8h
February Good 0° - 11° 3° 30 mm partly cloudy 60% 2.8 m/s 0.5 moderate 10.7h
March Very Good 5° - 16° 11° 47 mm partly cloudy 53% 2.8 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.8h
April Excellent 11° - 24° 18° 27 mm partly cloudy 44% 2.6 m/s 1.5 very high 13.0h
May Ideal 17° - 31° 24° 10 mm mostly sunny 31% 2.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 14.0h
June Ideal 22° - 37° 29° 0 mm mostly sunny 20% 3.3 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.5h
July Ideal 24° - 39° 31° 0 mm clear 17% 2.8 m/s 2.5 extreme 14.2h
August Ideal 22° - 36° 29° 0 mm clear 16% 2.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 13.4h
September Ideal 16° - 31° 24° 0 mm clear 18% 2.3 m/s 1.6 very high 12.3h
October Excellent 9° - 24° 16° 5 mm mostly sunny 29% 2.2 m/s 1.0 moderate 11.1h
November Excellent 3° - 17° 10° 10 mm some cloud 50% 1.9 m/s 0.5 low 10.1h
December Good 0° - 11° 4° 21 mm partly cloudy 60% 2.2 m/s 0.3 low 9.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Green Mosque, Balkh

Balkh is accessed from Mazar-i-Sharif; local roads connect the provincial towns and rural sites. Any visit depends on current security, permissions and local arrangements; consult local authorities and international advisories.

Tips for Visiting Green Mosque, Balkh

  • Local conditions and access can be unpredictable - check with local authorities or heritage bodies in Mazar-i-Sharif or Balkh.
  • Respect any restricted areas; many historic sites in Afghanistan are treated with sensitivity by local communities.