Chandīgarh Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Chandīgarh’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in India.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to pleasant in Chandīgarh. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very hot 39°C in May. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 8°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Chandīgarh by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest. May, the city’s warmest month receives 300 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, receives about 44 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 3 days. For more information, please visit our Chandīgarh Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in India Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across India. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Chandīgarh Temperatures Compared World Wide
Chandīgarh’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters than Amsterdam.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Chandīgarh, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 66% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 19°C. In the warmest month, May, the humidity is 48% combined with an average maximum temperature of 39°C, which creates a moderate-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Chandīgarh’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Chandīgarh climate page.
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