Chandigarh Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chandigarh, India in May.

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Chandīgarh

Considering a trip to Chandigarh, India this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Chandigarh in May

Chandigarh, India is a region in India. May in Chandigarh generally has very hot temperatures, with low precipitation. May is a summer month.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 39°C (102°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Chandīgarh. In Chandigarh, India, May typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Chandigarh, India, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 30 mm (1.2 in) in Chandīgarh.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Chandīgarh sees close to 300 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Chandigarh by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chandigarh — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chandīgarh)

January19°C (66°F) February23°C (73°F) March29°C (84°F) April36°C (97°F) May39°C (102°F) June38°C (100°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November27°C (81°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chandigarh in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Chandigarh

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Chandigarh, India?

Chandīgarh

In May Chandīgarh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
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Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
280 hours
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Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Chandigarh, in India.

In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Chandigarh weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chandigarh, India in May?

May in Chandigarh, India brings poor weather. In Chandīgarh, daytime temperatures are typically around 39°C (102°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Chandigarh, India in May?

Daytime temperatures in Chandīgarh peak at roughly 39°C (102°F) in May, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Chandigarh, India get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Chandīgarh averages just 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Chandigarh, India.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chandigarh, India?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Chandigarh, India with often unpleasant weather in Chandīgarh.

Generally speaking, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Chandīgarh. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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