The best times to visit Roorkee for ideal weather are
February 12th to April 8th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
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Weather in Roorkee
Temperature
Average temperatures in Roorkee vary greatly. 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 35th 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 Roorkee, 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 98.9°F (37.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.6°F (23.1°C) at night.
Roorkee Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Roorkee 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.
Roorkee Perceived Temperature (F)
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Roorkee Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Roorkee 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) |
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Jan | 69.9 | 53.2 | 43.4 |
Feb | 74.3 | 58.8 | 48.5 |
Mar | 83.7 | 68.3 | 55.9 |
Apr | 92.3 | 77.1 | 63.3 |
May | 97.5 | 82.9 | 69.9 |
Jun | 96.1 | 83.7 | 73.8 |
Jul | 89 | 79.9 | 74.3 |
Aug | 88.2 | 79 | 73.4 |
Sep | 88.4 | 77.6 | 70.4 |
Oct | 85.8 | 71.6 | 61.5 |
Nov | 79.9 | 63.2 | 52.7 |
Dec | 73.4 | 55.6 | 45.3 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 21.1 | 11.8 | 6.3 |
Feb | 23.5 | 14.9 | 9.2 |
Mar | 28.7 | 20.2 | 13.3 |
Apr | 33.5 | 25.1 | 17.4 |
May | 36.4 | 28.3 | 21.1 |
Jun | 35.6 | 28.7 | 23.2 |
Jul | 31.7 | 26.6 | 23.5 |
Aug | 31.2 | 26.1 | 23 |
Sep | 31.3 | 25.3 | 21.3 |
Oct | 29.9 | 22 | 16.4 |
Nov | 26.6 | 17.3 | 11.5 |
Dec | 23 | 13.1 | 7.4 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Roorkee are November, December, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid March. For example, on the week of March 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.
When can you find snow in Roorkee? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to late January and early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Roorkee is often around around January 29th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Roorkee.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Roorkee (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) |
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Jan | 9% | 3.9 | 1.7 |
Feb | 15% | 28.7 | 2.9 |
Mar | 8% | 0 | 1.8 |
Apr | 9% | 0 | 1.4 |
May | 12% | 0 | 1.5 |
Jun | 34% | 0 | 10.2 |
Jul | 68% | 0 | 25.1 |
Aug | 69% | 0 | 29.5 |
Sep | 37% | 0 | 12.4 |
Oct | 10% | 0 | 2.6 |
Nov | 1% | 0 | 0.2 |
Dec | 3% | 0 | 0.5 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 9 | 9.9 | 4.3 |
Feb | 15 | 72.9 | 7.4 |
Mar | 8 | 0 | 4.6 |
Apr | 9 | 0 | 3.6 |
May | 12 | 0 | 3.8 |
Jun | 34 | 0 | 25.9 |
Jul | 68 | 0 | 63.8 |
Aug | 69 | 0 | 74.9 |
Sep | 37 | 0 | 31.5 |
Oct | 10 | 0 | 6.6 |
Nov | 1 | 0 | 0.5 |
Dec | 3 | 0 | 1.3 |
Humidity and Wind
Roorkee has some extremely humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is May (38.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (83.3%).
Wind in Roorkee is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and June. April’s average wind speed of around 1.5 knots (1.7 MPH or 2.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 4.3 knots, which is considered a light breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Roorkee.
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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 | 0.9 | Still | 2.3 | Barely noticeable |
Feb | 1.1 | Barely noticeable | 2.6 | Barely noticeable |
Mar | 1.3 | Barely noticeable | 2.9 | Barely noticeable |
Apr | 1.5 | Barely noticeable | 3.6 | Barely noticeable |
May | 1.4 | Barely noticeable | 3.6 | Barely noticeable |
Jun | 1.3 | Barely noticeable | 3.3 | Barely noticeable |
Jul | 0.9 | Still | 2.3 | Barely noticeable |
Aug | 0.7 | Still | 2 | Barely noticeable |
Sep | 0.9 | Still | 2.4 | Barely noticeable |
Oct | 1 | Barely noticeable | 2.2 | Barely noticeable |
Nov | 0.9 | Still | 2.2 | Barely noticeable |
Dec | 0.8 | Still | 2.1 | Barely noticeable |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 66.3% |
Feb | 61% |
Mar | 50% |
Apr | 38.2% |
May | 38.1% |
Jun | 55.2% |
Jul | 81.2% |
Aug | 83.3% |
Sep | 76.7% |
Oct | 64% |
Nov | 63% |
Dec | 65% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Roorkee?
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 Roorkee, India is June, followed by May and April. 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 Roorkee in November. 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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Overall Roorkee Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 98.7°F (37.1°C) and 77.4°F (25.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 3 to 4 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 21 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Roorkee, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 88.4°F (31.3°C) and 77.3°F (25.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 0 to 11 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 somewhat cool this time of year in Roorkee to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 68.3°F (20.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.
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