Best Time to Visit Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Islamabad is at its sunniest and driest in May–November.
The best time to visit Islamabad for sunny, dry weather is May and October–November — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–June and October–January; the wetter half falls in February–March and July–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 10.2°C / 50.4°F in January to 31.1°C / 88°F in June, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (November) to 263 mm / 10.4 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Islamabad'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 27.9°C82.2°F | 36 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 22.1°C71.8°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 16.2°C61.2°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Islamabad?
The best time to visit Islamabad for sunny, dry weather is May, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 31.1°C / 88°F, and the driest is November with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Islamabad's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Islamabad?
The rainy season at Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory runs through February–March and July–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 58 mm / 2.3 in. The wettest single month is August (263 mm / 10.4 in).
What is the driest month in Islamabad?
The driest month in Islamabad is November, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 16.2°C / 61.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Islamabad?
The least comfortable months for travel to Islamabad — 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 263 mm / 10.4 in in August, and the coldest month averages 10.2°C / 50.4°F.
Is Islamabad climate different from Pakistan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Islamabad figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Pakistan 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 Islamabad specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.