The short answer
When to go to Paonta Sahib
The best months are October, November, February and March, when days are mild and dry. The Dehradun climate table is used as a nearby guide, so Paonta Sahib itself, at a slightly lower altitude, may run a little warmer. May to June are hot and hard on bare feet at the gurdwara, and July to September bring the monsoon, a high Yamuna and the Kalesar closure. For older travellers, avoid midday in summer and carry socks in winter. March has Hola Mohalla, which is memorable but crowded.
Month by month
Paonta Sahib weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 7°C | 44 mm | Cool and clear; cold floors and chilly mornings | |
| February | 23°C | 9°C | 58 mm | Pleasant days; some winter showers | |
| March | 27°C | 13°C | 46 mm | Mild and sunny; Hola Mohalla crowds | |
| April | 33°C | 17°C | 33 mm | Warming up; Bhangani fair late April | |
| May | 35°C | 21°C | 51 mm | Hot; marble floors are scorching | |
| June | 34°C | 23°C | 231 mm | Hot and humid; monsoon onset | |
| July | 31°C | 24°C | 622 mm | Heavy rain; river high; Kalesar closed | |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 715 mm | Wettest month; river high; Kalesar closed | |
| September | 30°C | 21°C | 306 mm | Rains easing; humid; Kalesar closed | |
| October | 29°C | 16°C | 38 mm | Dry and clear; comfortable | |
| November | 26°C | 11°C | 5 mm | Dry and mild; Renuka fair month | |
| December | 22°C | 8°C | 13 mm | Cool, dry and clear; chilly mornings |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Paonta Sahib seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February, March, October and November
- February: Pleasant days; some winter showers
- March: Mild and sunny; Hola Mohalla crowds
- October: Dry and clear; comfortable
- November: Dry and mild; Renuka fair month
Good, with small trade-offs: January and December
- January: Cool and clear; cold floors and chilly mornings
- December: Cool, dry and clear; chilly mornings
Possible, with planning: April and September
- April: Warming up; Bhangani fair late April
- September: Rains easing; humid; Kalesar closed
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July and August
- May: Hot; marble floors are scorching
- June: Hot and humid; monsoon onset
- July: Heavy rain; river high; Kalesar closed
- August: Wettest month; river high; Kalesar closed
Useful answers
Best time to visit Paonta Sahib: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Paonta Sahib?
February, March, October and November are the best months to visit Paonta Sahib, with January and December also good. The best months are October, November, February and March, when days are mild and dry. The Dehradun climate table is used as a nearby guide, so Paonta Sahib itself, at a slightly lower altitude, may run a little warmer. May to June are hot and hard on bare feet at the gurdwara, and July to September bring the monsoon, a high Yamuna and the Kalesar closure. For older travellers, avoid midday in summer and carry socks in winter. March has Hola Mohalla, which is memorable but crowded.
Which months should I avoid in Paonta Sahib with elderly parents?
May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hot; marble floors are scorching Hot and humid; monsoon onset
When does it rain most in Paonta Sahib?
August is the wettest month, with about 715 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 35°C.