Mountain town in Himachal Pradesh, India
Dharamshala weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Dharamshala
Mar–May and Sep–Nov are clear and mild. Jun–Aug monsoon is very wet, with landslides. Dec–Feb is cold with snow on higher trails.
Dharamshala weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°41 mm
- Feb16°55 mm
- Mar21°59 mm
- Apr27°35 mm
- May32°34 mm
- Jun33°108 mm
- Jul29°274 mm
- Aug27°272 mm
- Sep26°136 mm
- Oct24°13 mm
- Nov19°12 mm
- Dec15°18 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C55°F | 3°C38°F | 41 mm | 45% | Cool |
| February | 16°C60°F | 5°C42°F | 55 mm | 48% | Cool |
| March | 21°C70°F | 9°C49°F | 59 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| April | 27°C81°F | 15°C58°F | 35 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| May | 32°C90°F | 19°C66°F | 34 mm | 31% | Pleasant |
| June | 33°C91°F | 22°C71°F | 108 mm | 41% | Hot |
| July | 29°C85°F | 21°C70°F | 274 mm | 67% | Rainy |
| August | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 272 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| September | 26°C79°F | 18°C64°F | 136 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C74°F | 13°C56°F | 13 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C67°F | 9°C49°F | 12 mm | 41% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C59°F | 5°C42°F | 18 mm | 40% | Cool |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Shimla | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | May (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Dharamshala?
Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Mar–May and Sep–Nov are clear and mild. Jun–Aug monsoon is very wet, with landslides. Dec–Feb is cold with snow on higher trails.
When is the rainy season in Dharamshala?
Rain peaks in July with about 274 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Dharamshala?
June, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Dharamshala get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 3°C (38°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Kangra Airport (Airports Authority of India)
- Central Tibetan Administration
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.