Climate of Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Area-weighted average across Islamabad Capital Territory. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Islamabad Capital Territory, a subdivision of Pakistan, has a Mediterranean-style climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in January to 30.9°C / 87.6°F in June, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in to 252 mm / 9.9 in depending on the season (985 mm / 38.8 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.8°C49.6°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| February | 12°C53.6°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| March | 16.5°C61.7°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| April | 22.3°C72.1°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| May | 27.6°C81.7°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 30.9°C87.6°F | 57 mm2.2″ | — |
| July | 29°C84.2°F | 222 mm8.7″ | — |
| August | 27.8°C82°F | 252 mm9.9″ | — |
| September | 26.4°C79.5°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| October | 21.9°C71.4°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 16.1°C61°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 11.2°C52.2°F | 33 mm1.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Islamabad Capital Territory?
The best months to visit Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan for sunny, dry weather are May, October, November. The warmest month is June at an area-wide average of 30.9°C / 87.6°F, and the driest is November with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Islamabad Capital Territory?
Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 9.8°C / 49.6°F in January to 30.9°C / 87.6°F in June. Annual rainfall averages about 985 mm / 38.8 in, with the wettest month being August (252 mm / 9.9 in) and the driest November (14 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Islamabad Capital Territory?
The hottest month in Islamabad Capital Territory is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 30.9°C / 87.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Islamabad Capital Territory?
The coldest month in Islamabad Capital Territory is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 9.8°C / 49.6°F.
When does it rain most in Islamabad Capital Territory?
The wettest month in Islamabad Capital Territory is August, averaging about 252 mm / 9.9 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 14 mm / 0.6 in.