Guwahati Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Guwahati changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August to a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 26°C (79°F) in August to 12°C (54°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Guwahati experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 3049 mm (120 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Guwahati bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 720 mm (28 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 12 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Guwahati Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Guwahati, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in December. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. July sees a soft sun for only 4.2 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Guwahati.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 84%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year