Amritsar Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Amritsar is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C (104°F) in May to a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 27°C (81°F) in May to around 7°C (45°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Amritsar receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 824 mm (32 in) annually. The climate in Amritsar shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in July, the wettest month, with an average of 204 mm (8 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Amritsar Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Amritsar serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 5.9 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Amritsar.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 69%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 28%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year