Rawalpindi Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Rawalpindi can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very hot
to mild.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to moderate in Rawalpindi. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 38°C in June. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 18°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 5°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Rawalpindi has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1058 mm of rainfall annually. Rawalpindi can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 189 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast October, experiences much drier conditions, with 30 mm of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Rawalpindi Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Rawalpindi can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 10.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 6.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Rawalpindi in Pakistan
During the months of March and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July and August.
June has an average maximum temperature of 38°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 18°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 189 mm of rainfall.
October is the driest month with 30 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 312 hours of sunshine.
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