Pakistan Weather

Climate Patterns: Highland Climate, Lowland Climate, Arid Climate, Coastal Climate  

Average Temperature: 4-39℃ (40-102℉)  

Hottest Month: June and July: 24-35℃ (75-95℉) averagely; the highest often reaches over 40 degree Celsius (104℉) at noon in most areas.   

Coolest Month: December to February: 4-21℃ (40-70℉)

What is the weather like in Pakistan?

Located at latitude 23°30' to 36°45'N, Pakistan is in tropical and subtropical climate zones. But its weather further differs because of the different terrains. As a whole, the climate here is hot with less rain around a year and the precipitation concentrates in summer. The annual average temperature is 4-39℃ (40-102℉). The southern plains are influenced by the monsoon, so the precipitation is more than that of northern highland. The mean annual precipitation in Pakistan is less than 250mm, and decreases from northern mountains to the southern plain. 

The weather in October to next February in winter is best for travelling to Pakistan, because the daytime temperature, at about 25 degree Celsius (77 degree Fahrenheit), is suitable for outdoor activities, like hiking or climbing mountains. But the temperature difference between day and night is large, so you need to prepare an extra coat to avoid catching a cold. 

Try to avoid travelling there in summer from May to August, as the temperature is much high at most time, and sometimes it is even over 45 degree Celsius (113 degree Fahrenheit).

Also, arrange your itinerary properly during the Ramadan, when most of the shops and restaurants open half day only. In 2026, it will start on February 17th; on March 19th, the Ramadan will end and local Muslims will celebrate Eid-Fitr with Long Street Feast and other kinds of activities.

From June to August, Pakistan is influenced by the India Ocean Monsoon, so the rainfall is much higher in this time. In addition, the origin of the Indus River is mostly meltwater, and the high temperature accelerates the melting of ice and snow. The flood may occur when the two collide.

Northern and Western Pakistan

Major Destinations: Peshawar, Quetta and Islamabad
Weather Review: The north and west highland regions have highland climate, with cold winter and cool summer; and rainfall can be expected all year round. The summer in those regions are cool and mild, when is suitable for visiting.er.

Southern and Eastern Pakistan

Major Destination: Lahore
Weather Review: The east and south plain enjoy lowland climate, which has cool winters and quite hot summers. Besides, the precipitation is much more in the monsoon season from June to August, so it’s not a good idea to travel here in summer.

1. Book tickets and hotels in advance if you travel to Pakistan in spring from March to April, and winter from November to February, both peak travel seasons. 
2. Dress appropriately. Although it is very hot and suitable for wearing shorts in summer, you’d better cover your body when visiting religious sites.  
3. Pay attention to protect yourself from sunburn and drink more water due to the stronger sun in summer.
4. Make sure your luggage includes common drugs, like cold medicine, because of the lager temperature diffidence between day and night in Pakistan.