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Pakistan Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Pakistan in July.

Thinking about venturing to Pakistan this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Pakistan in July

Pakistan has a wide variety of climate types. During July, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Skardu at 17°C (63°F) to very hot in Dal Bandin at 43°C (109°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 29°C (84°F) in Dal Bandin and 6°C (43°F) in Skardu. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Pakistan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dal Bandin with an average of 1.9 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Malam Jabba with 261 mm (10 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Lahore enjoys about 215 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Pakistan by month

Best Places to Visit in Pakistan in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Pakistan.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Pakistan

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Pakistan?

Temperature range in Pakistan (July)

Precipitation variation in Pakistan (July)

Lahore

In July Lahore generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
37°C (99°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
215 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Islamabad

In July Islamabad generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
301 hours
265 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Karachi

In July Karachi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
232 hours
155 hours
147 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions

Rawalpindi

In July Rawalpindi generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
301 hours
265 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Bahawalpur

In July Bahawalpur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 31°C (88°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
40°C (104°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Pakistan in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lahore 37°C (99°F) 28°C (82°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Islamabad 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Karachi 33°C (91°F) 28°C (82°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Bhurban 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 254 mm (10 in)
Bahawalpur 40°C (104°F) 31°C (88°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Gilgit 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)

Pakistan weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pakistan in July?

July in Pakistan brings poor weather. In Lahore, daytime temperatures are typically around 37°C (99°F) and nighttime lows hover near 28°C (82°F).

What is the average temperature in Pakistan in July?

Daytime temperatures in Lahore peak at roughly 37°C (99°F) in July, dropping to about 28°C (82°F) overnight.

Does Pakistan get a lot of rain in July?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Lahore records an average of 176 mm (6.9 in) in July, putting it among the wetter months for Pakistan.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Pakistan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Lahore, July may not be the ideal time to visit Pakistan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Lahore. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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