- WinterDec–Feb8°22°
- December7°23°
- January6°21°
- February9°23°
- SpringMar–May17°32°
- March13°28°
- April17°33°
- May21°36°
- SummerJun–Aug23°33°
- June23°35°
- July23°32°
- August23°31°
- AutumnSep–Nov16°29°
- September22°31°
- October16°30°
- November11°26°
Roorkee, Uttarakhand Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Roorkee, Uttarakhand gets 1853 mm of precipitation a year over about 96 rainy days. May is the warmest month (average high 36°C) and January the coldest (average low 6°C).
Roorkee climate at a glance
Roorkee, Uttarakhand has hot summers and warm winters. Daytime highs range from about 21°C in January to 36°C in May. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to February and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
How much rain does Roorkee get?
Roorkee gets 1853 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 96 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 83% of India.
August is the wettest month, with 607 mm. November is the driest, with 6 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 23.
Roorkee weather by month
Roorkee weather in January
In January, Roorkee averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The January record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -1°C (2013). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Roorkee weather in February
In February, Roorkee averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The February record high is 32°C (2005) and the record low is 0°C (1974). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Roorkee weather in March
In March, Roorkee averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The March record high is 36°C (2021) and the record low is 4°C (1978).
Roorkee weather in April
In April, Roorkee averages a high of 33°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The April record high is 42°C (2000) and the record low is 8°C (2003).
Roorkee weather in May
In May, Roorkee averages a high of 36°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 75% of daylight hours. The May record high is 43°C (2012) and the record low is 14°C (2004).
Roorkee weather in June
In June, Roorkee averages a high of 35°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 187 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The June record high is 44°C (1995) and the record low is 16°C (1975).
Roorkee weather in July
In July, Roorkee averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 546 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1999) and the record low is 18°C (1978).
Roorkee weather in August
In August, Roorkee averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 607 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2007) and the record low is 19°C (1974).
Roorkee weather in September
In September, Roorkee averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 257 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 10°C (1973).
Roorkee weather in October
In October, Roorkee averages a high of 30°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 88% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (1974) and the record low is 8°C (2005).
Roorkee weather in November
In November, Roorkee averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 84% of daylight hours. The November record high is 34°C (1975) and the record low is 5°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Roorkee weather in December
In December, Roorkee averages a high of 23°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The December record high is 30°C (2014) and the record low is 1°C (1974). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Roorkee
October is the sunniest month in Roorkee, with sunshine about 88% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 28%. Over the year the sun shines about 66% of daylight hours. Roorkee is sunnier than 87% of India.
Humidity peaks in January at 84% and is lowest in April at 42%.
Roorkee has about 78 days a year above 32°C. Roorkee is cooler than 81% of India.
Roorkee weather records
The hottest temperature on record at the Roorkee station is 44°C, on June 16, 1995. The coldest is -1°C, on January 8, 2013.
The wettest day on record brought 222 mm of rain, on July 10, 1996.
32 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Roorkee
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to February and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 8°C.
Spring (March–May) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 17°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 16°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38 mm | 4 | 84% | 60% | 28° | -1° |
| February | 50 mm | 5 | 70% | 77% | 32° | 0° |
| March | 43 mm | 5 | 60% | 71% | 36° | 4° |
| April | 28 mm | 4 | 42% | 70% | 42° | 8° |
| May | 41 mm | 5 | 52% | 75% | 43° | 14° |
| June | 187 mm | 10 | 59% | 68% | 44° | 16° |
| July | 546 mm | 22 | 81% | 28% | 38° | 18° |
| August | 607 mm | 23 | 84% | 33% | 38° | 19° |
| September | 257 mm | 14 | 82% | 56% | 36° | 10° |
| October | 38 mm | 3 | 75% | 88% | 39° | 8° |
| November | 6.1 mm | 1 | 75% | 84% | 34° | 5° |
| December | 11 mm | 2 | 77% | 77% | 30° | 1° |
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Roorkee climate questions
How much rain does Roorkee get?
Roorkee gets 1853 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 96 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Roorkee?
August is the wettest month in Roorkee, with 607 mm. November is the driest, with 6 mm.
How many rainy days does Roorkee have a year?
Roorkee has about 96 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 23.
What is the hottest month in Roorkee?
May is the warmest month in Roorkee, with an average high of 36°C.
What is the coldest month in Roorkee?
January is the coldest month in Roorkee, with an average low of 6°C.
What is the record high temperature in Roorkee?
The record high at the Roorkee station is 44°C, set on June 16, 1995. The record low is -1°C, on January 8, 2013.
What is the sunniest month in Roorkee?
October is the sunniest month in Roorkee, with sunshine about 88% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Roorkee?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to February and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station DEHRADUN (52 km away).
Climate for places near Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station DEHRADUN.