The short answer
When to go to Chandigarh
November to February offers the most comfortable daytime temperatures for exploring the gardens and Le Corbusier architecture, with October and March as decent shoulder months. April to June turns hot and dry, uncomfortable for extended walking. July to September brings heavy monsoon rain, worth avoiding given slippery pavements and reduced visibility on hill excursions towards Shimla.
Month by month
Chandigarh weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 7°C | 38 mm | Cold mornings, mild sunny days | |
| February | 23°C | 10°C | 37 mm | Comfortable and dry; clear skies | |
| March | 28°C | 15°C | 27 mm | Warming up, still pleasant | |
| April | 35°C | 20°C | 18 mm | Hot, dry afternoons | |
| May | 39°C | 25°C | 27 mm | Very hot; save outdoors for morning | |
| June | 38°C | 27°C | 147 mm | Hot with monsoon building | |
| July | 34°C | 27°C | 276 mm | Heavy monsoon rain | |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 273 mm | Continued heavy rain and humidity | |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 155 mm | Rain easing, still warm | |
| October | 32°C | 18°C | 14 mm | Warm days, cool nights; pleasant | |
| November | 27°C | 12°C | 5 mm | Ideal cool, dry conditions | |
| December | 22°C | 8°C | 22 mm | Cold nights, mild days; occasional rain |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Chandigarh seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cold mornings, mild sunny days
- February: Comfortable and dry; clear skies
- November: Ideal cool, dry conditions
- December: Cold nights, mild days; occasional rain
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming up, still pleasant
- October: Warm days, cool nights; pleasant
Possible, with planning: April and September
- April: Hot, dry afternoons
- September: Rain easing, still warm
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July and August
- May: Very hot; save outdoors for morning
- June: Hot with monsoon building
- July: Heavy monsoon rain
- August: Continued heavy rain and humidity
Useful answers
Best time to visit Chandigarh: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Chandigarh?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Chandigarh, with March and October also good. November to February offers the most comfortable daytime temperatures for exploring the gardens and Le Corbusier architecture, with October and March as decent shoulder months. April to June turns hot and dry, uncomfortable for extended walking. July to September brings heavy monsoon rain, worth avoiding given slippery pavements and reduced visibility on hill excursions towards Shimla.
Which months should I avoid in Chandigarh with elderly parents?
May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; save outdoors for morning Hot with monsoon building
When does it rain most in Chandigarh?
July is the wettest month, with about 276 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 39°C.