Best Time to Visit Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Karachi is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Karachi for sunny, dry weather is August–June — 11 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through March–May and September–December; the wetter half falls in June–August and January–February. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 18.6°C / 65.5°F in January to 31.6°C / 88.9°F in June, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (October) to 53 mm / 2.1 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Karachi's climate is broadly seasonal. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.6°C65.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20.3°C68.5°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 24.5°C76.1°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 28.2°C82.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 30.6°C87.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 31.6°C88.9°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 29.1°C84.4°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 29.1°C84.4°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 28°C82.4°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.3°C75.7°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.3°C68.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Karachi?
The best time to visit Karachi for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 31.6°C / 88.9°F, and the driest is October with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Karachi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Karachi?
The rainy season at Karachi, Sindh runs through June–August and January–February, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 6 mm / 0.2 in. The wettest single month is July (53 mm / 2.1 in).
What is the driest month in Karachi?
The driest month in Karachi is October, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 28°C / 82.4°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Karachi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Karachi — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 53 mm / 2.1 in in July, and the coldest month averages 18.6°C / 65.5°F.
Is Karachi climate different from Pakistan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Karachi 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 Karachi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.