Best Time to Visit Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Peshawar is at its sunniest and driest in May–November.
The best time to visit Peshawar for sunny, dry weather is May–June and September–November — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through May–June and September–January; the wetter half falls in February–April and July–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 11.1°C / 52°F in January to 33.2°C / 91.8°F in June, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (November) to 92 mm / 3.6 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Peshawar'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 28.9°C84°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 33.2°C91.8°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 29.1°C84.4°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 23.8°C74.8°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 17.7°C63.9°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Peshawar?
The best time to visit Peshawar for sunny, dry weather is May, June, September, October, November. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 33.2°C / 91.8°F, and the driest is November with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Peshawar's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Peshawar?
The rainy season at Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa runs through February–April and July–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 36 mm / 1.4 in. The wettest single month is March (92 mm / 3.6 in).
What is the driest month in Peshawar?
The driest month in Peshawar is November, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.7°C / 63.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Peshawar?
The least comfortable months for travel to Peshawar — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 92 mm / 3.6 in in March, and the coldest month averages 11.1°C / 52°F.
Is Peshawar climate different from Pakistan overall?
Yes, usually. Our Peshawar 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 Peshawar specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.