The best times to visit Pathankot for ideal weather are

February 5th to April 8th

or

October 15th to December 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Pathankot Travel Info

Weather in Pathankot

Temperature

Average temperatures in Pathankot vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 36th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Pathankot, the hottest months are June, May, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early June where highs are regularly around 107.5°F (41.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.2°F (24°C) at night.

Pathankot Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Pathankot Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Pathankot Perceived Temperature (F)

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Pathankot Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Pathankot Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 64.4 50.4 37.6
Feb 71.3 57.2 44
Mar 82.6 67.3 52.2
Apr 94.9 78 61.7
May 105.7 87.9 71.1
Jun 104.7 89.5 75.6
Jul 97.5 87 78.1
Aug 94.5 84.9 77.3
Sep 93.2 82.1 72.7
Oct 90.2 76.2 63.4
Nov 81.4 64.5 49.7
Dec 70.1 54.1 40.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18 10.2 3.1
Feb 21.8 14 6.7
Mar 28.1 19.6 11.2
Apr 34.9 25.6 16.5
May 40.9 31.1 21.7
Jun 40.4 31.9 24.2
Jul 36.4 30.6 25.6
Aug 34.7 29.4 25.2
Sep 34 27.8 22.6
Oct 32.3 24.6 17.4
Nov 27.4 18.1 9.8
Dec 21.2 12.3 4.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pathankot are December, November, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late September. For example, on the week of September 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid August with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of August 13th.

When can you find snow in Pathankot? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Pathankot.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pathankot (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 6% 0 0.9
Feb 12% 0 1.9
Mar 7% 0 1.4
Apr 9% 0 1.3
May 6% 0 0.5
Jun 16% 0 3.4
Jul 23% 0 5.7
Aug 23% 0 8.6
Sep 15% 0 4.4
Oct 3% 0 0.5
Nov 2% 0 0.3
Dec 2% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 2.3
Feb 12 0 4.8
Mar 7 0 3.6
Apr 9 0 3.3
May 6 0 1.3
Jun 16 0 8.6
Jul 23 0 14.5
Aug 23 0 21.8
Sep 15 0 11.2
Oct 3 0 1.3
Nov 2 0 0.8
Dec 2 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Pathankot has some very humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (31.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (78%).

Wind in Pathankot is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is May, followed by June and April. May’s average wind speed of around 4.5 knots (5.2 MPH or 8.4 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid June where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Pathankot.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 1.9 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.1 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.3 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 4 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 12.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.5 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.2 Gentle breeze
Aug 2.4 Barely noticeable 7.5 Gentle breeze
Sep 2 Barely noticeable 7.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 1.6 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Nov 1.3 Barely noticeable 6.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 1.5 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 78%
Feb 71.2%
Mar 62%
Apr 43.3%
May 31.1%
Jun 44.7%
Jul 69.2%
Aug 77.2%
Sep 73.8%
Oct 61.6%
Nov 59.5%
Dec 69.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Pathankot?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for India; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Pathankot, India is April, followed by June and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Pathankot in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 40 in February means 40% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Pathankot Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 107.5°F (41.9°C) and 75.6°F (24.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 3 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Pathankot, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 93.8°F (34.3°C) and 77.6°F (25.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 5 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Pathankot to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 60.8°F (16°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 3 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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