Weather in Islamabad
What's the weather like in Islamabad?
Islamabad has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 16°C (60°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July, with overnight lows around 6°C (42°F) and 25°C (76°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Islamabad are February through March, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇵🇰 Pakistan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Karachi
- Coordinates
- 33.684, 73.048
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 42°F | 83 mm | 8 | — |
| February | 19°C / 66°F | 8°C / 46°F | 71 mm | 7 | — |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 122 mm | 11 | — |
| April | 29°C / 83°F | 16°C / 62°F | 66 mm | 8 | — |
| May | 33°C / 92°F | 21°C / 69°F | 41 mm | 7 | — |
| June | 36°C / 97°F | 24°C / 76°F | 41 mm | 7 | — |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 25°C / 76°F | 187 mm | 20 | — |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 192 mm | 18 | — |
| September | 32°C / 89°F | 22°C / 72°F | 98 mm | 9 | — |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 17°C / 63°F | 31 mm | 4 | — |
| November | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 52°F | 47 mm | 4 | — |
| December | 18°C / 65°F | 7°C / 44°F | 25 mm | 3 | — |
Islamabad by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Islamabad?
The most comfortable months in Islamabad are usually March, November, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Islamabad?
June is typically the hottest month in Islamabad, averaging a high of 36°C (97°F).
What is the coldest month in Islamabad?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 6°C (42°F).
Does it snow in Islamabad?
Snow is rare in Islamabad; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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