Karachi, Pakistan Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Karachi
Located in Pakistan, Karachi experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate with year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Afternoon temperatures peak near 92°F (33°C) in June and dip to about 75°F (24°C) in January, with around 9.8 inches (248 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: June - highs near 92°F (33°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 75°F (24°C)
- Record high: 109°F (43°C) · Record low: 48°F (9°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: August (8 rainy days) · Sunniest: May (12.4 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on June. Highs average 92°F (33°C) and overnight lows stay near 83°F (28°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 75°F (24°C) and lows around 58°F (14°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 109°F (43°C) and dropped as low as 48°F (9°C).
Rain, sun and snow
August is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.7 inches (119 mm) of rain over 8 days, while November is the driest. May brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.4 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75° | 58° | 1 | 0.4 in | 10.1 h/day | 59% |
| February | 80° | 63° | 1 | 0.1 in | 10.5 h/day | 60% |
| March | 85° | 69° | 1 | 0.1 in | 10.9 h/day | 64% |
| April | 90° | 76° | 0 | 0.0 in | 11.7 h/day | 70% |
| May | 92° | 81° | 0 | 0.0 in | 12.4 h/day | 74% |
| June | 92° | 83° | 4 | 0.5 in | 11.5 h/day | 75% |
| July | 89° | 83° | 8 | 3.2 in | 9.1 h/day | 78% |
| August | 87° | 80° | 8 | 4.7 in | 8.7 h/day | 82% |
| September | 88° | 79° | 1 | 0.4 in | 10.5 h/day | 78% |
| October | 91° | 76° | 1 | 0.2 in | 10.7 h/day | 70% |
| November | 87° | 69° | 0 | 0.0 in | 10.3 h/day | 57% |
| December | 79° | 61° | 0 | 0.1 in | 10.0 h/day | 51% |
Karachi month by month
Karachi weather in January
January brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 1 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Karachi.
Karachi weather in February
February brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 1 wet days.
Karachi weather in March
March brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 1 wet days.
Karachi weather in April
April brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 0 wet days.
Karachi weather in May
May brings highs around 92°F (34°C), lows near 81°F (27°C), about 0 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Karachi.
Karachi weather in June
June brings highs around 92°F (33°C), lows near 83°F (28°C), about 4 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Karachi.
Karachi weather in July
July brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 83°F (28°C), about 8 wet days.
Karachi weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 80°F (27°C), about 8 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Karachi.
Karachi weather in September
September brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), about 1 wet days.
Karachi weather in October
October brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 1 wet days.
Karachi weather in November
November brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 0 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Karachi.
Karachi weather in December
December brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 0 wet days.
Seasons in Karachi
March through May
March through May in Karachi runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 89°F (32°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); precipitation is infrequent. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Karachi brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 89°F (32°C) and nights around 82°F (28°C); expect showers on roughly 21 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Karachi brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 89°F (31°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); precipitation is infrequent.
December through February
December through February in Karachi brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 78°F (26°C) and nights around 60°F (16°C); precipitation is infrequent.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Karachi
The best time to visit Karachi is generally January to April and July, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 85°F (29°C).
Pack for Karachi with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - June nights average 83°F (28°C).
Karachi temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.