Weather in Peshawar
What's the weather like in Peshawar?
Peshawar has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 17°C (62°F) in January to 36°C (97°F) in July, with overnight lows around 5°C (40°F) and 26°C (78°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Peshawar are February through March, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇵🇰 Pakistan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Karachi
- Coordinates
- 34.015, 71.525
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 62°F | 5°C / 40°F | 36 mm | 5 | — |
| February | 20°C / 69°F | 7°C / 45°F | 39 mm | 5 | — |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 12°C / 53°F | 98 mm | 10 | — |
| April | 30°C / 87°F | 17°C / 62°F | 47 mm | 6 | — |
| May | 36°C / 96°F | 21°C / 70°F | 29 mm | 5 | — |
| June | 39°C / 102°F | 25°C / 78°F | 30 mm | 5 | — |
| July | 36°C / 97°F | 26°C / 78°F | 175 mm | 19 | — |
| August | 34°C / 94°F | 25°C / 77°F | 131 mm | 18 | — |
| September | 34°C / 94°F | 23°C / 74°F | 66 mm | 9 | — |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 17°C / 63°F | 35 mm | 5 | — |
| November | 24°C / 74°F | 11°C / 51°F | 28 mm | 4 | — |
| December | 19°C / 67°F | 6°C / 43°F | 13 mm | 2 | — |
Peshawar by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Peshawar?
The most comfortable months in Peshawar are usually February, 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 Peshawar?
June is typically the hottest month in Peshawar, averaging a high of 39°C (102°F).
What is the coldest month in Peshawar?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 5°C (40°F).
Does it snow in Peshawar?
Snow is rare in Peshawar; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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