Best Time to Visit Chandigarh, Chandigarh, India
Chandigarh is at its sunniest and driest in February–December.
The best time to visit Chandigarh for sunny, dry weather is February–May and November–December — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–May and October–December; the wetter half falls in June–September and January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 13.1°C / 55.6°F in January to 32.3°C / 90.1°F in June, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (April) to 296 mm / 11.7 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chandigarh, Chandigarh, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Chandigarh's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 16.2°C61.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 21.1°C70°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 27°C80.6°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.3°C88.3°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 18.8°C65.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 14.6°C58.3°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chandigarh?
The best time to visit Chandigarh for sunny, dry weather is February, March, April, May, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 32.3°C / 90.1°F, and the driest is April with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Chandigarh's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Chandigarh?
The rainy season at Chandigarh, Chandigarh runs through June–September and January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 42 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is July (296 mm / 11.7 in).
What is the driest month in Chandigarh?
The driest month in Chandigarh is April, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27°C / 80.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Chandigarh?
The least comfortable months for travel to Chandigarh — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 296 mm / 11.7 in in July, and the coldest month averages 13.1°C / 55.6°F.
Is Chandigarh climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Chandigarh figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our India figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Chandigarh specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.