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The best time to visit Mcleodganj is October
In the height of summer, temperatures in Mcleodganj can reach a maximum of 45℃ (114℉). In the winter, temperatures can get down to 7℃ (45℉) around January.
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Mcleodganj, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around May. The wet season in Mcleodganj usually falls during the months surrounding August each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Find out everything you need to know about when to visit Mcleodganj below, including detailed information about the weather and tools to help you find the best prices and book your trip.
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Mcleodganj seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Mcleodganj as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Mcleodganj is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Mcleodganj
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Mcleodganj for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Mcleodganj climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Mcleodganj for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Mcleodganj in January
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 44%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in January, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Mcleodganj in February
- Average temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 45%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in February, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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Mcleodganj in March
- Average temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (88℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 39%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in March, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mcleodganj in April
- Average temperature: 31℃ (88℉)
- Average high temperature: 38℃ (100℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 25%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 6mm (0") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in April, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Mcleodganj in May
- Average temperature: 37℃ (99℉)
- Average high temperature: 43℃ (109℉)
- Average low temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average humidity: 18%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 12mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in May, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
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Mcleodganj in June
- Average temperature: 39℃ (102℉)
- Average high temperature: 44℃ (111℉)
- Average low temperature: 33℃ (92℉)
- Average humidity: 22%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 8mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in June, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection as it's really hot all day and night.
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Mcleodganj in July
- Average temperature: 38℃ (100℉)
- Average high temperature: 42℃ (107℉)
- Average low temperature: 33℃ (92℉)
- Average humidity: 36%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in July, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection as it's really hot all day and night.
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Mcleodganj in August
- Average temperature: 35℃ (95℉)
- Average high temperature: 40℃ (103℉)
- Average low temperature: 31℃ (87℉)
- Average humidity: 44%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in August, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection as it's really hot all day and night.
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Mcleodganj in September
- Average temperature: 33℃ (91℉)
- Average high temperature: 39℃ (102℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average humidity: 41%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in September, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection.
Mcleodganj in October
- Average temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average high temperature: 36℃ (97℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average humidity: 28%
- Average sunny days: 30 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in October, make sure you pack t-shirts, shorts and sun protection for the day, and maybe a very thin sweater for the evenings if you're a cold frog.
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Mcleodganj in November
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average humidity: 28%
- Average sunny days: 29 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in November, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Mcleodganj in December
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 31%
- Average sunny days: 31 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Mcleodganj in December, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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