Cherrapunjee, India experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 18 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Cherrapunjee, India Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Cherrapunjee, India. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Apr–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.4/10
Best: February, March, November, December
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 21°C / 14°C
Feels Like 22°C / 14°C
Rainy Days 18
Rainfall 379 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 84%
Wind Speed 8 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
23°C
August
Avg Low19°C
Rain30days
Coldest Month
6°C
January
Avg High16°C
Rain3days
Driest Month
2days
December
Avg High17°C
Avg Low8°C
Windiest Month
10 km/h
March (Gusts 35)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, June, July, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 04:34
Daylight 13.7h
Sunset 18:16
Live conditions—
Cherrapunjee on the map · live conditions
Cherrapunjee, India
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- India
- City
- Cherrapunjee
- Population
- 11.7K
- Coordinates
- 25.30°, 91.70°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 22 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 30 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 16 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 7°C
Rain 4 days/mo
2/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 16°C / 6°C . Feb: 17°C / 8°C . Mar: 20°C / 11°C . Apr: 22°C / 15°C . May: 22°C / 17°C . Jun: 23°C / 19°C . Jul: 23°C / 19°C . Aug: 23°C / 19°C . Sep: 23°C / 18°C . Oct: 22°C / 16°C . Nov: 20°C / 11°C . Dec: 17°C / 8°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 12 mm. Feb: 33 mm. Mar: 120 mm. Apr: 442 mm. May: 579 mm. Jun: 949 mm. Jul: 924 mm. Aug: 771 mm. Sep: 411 mm. Oct: 259 mm. Nov: 22 mm. Dec: 20 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 75%. Mar: 76%. Apr: 85%. May: 89%. Jun: 94%. Jul: 94%. Aug: 93%. Sep: 92%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 78%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 8 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 10 km/h . Apr: 9 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 8 km/h . Jul: 8 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 7 km/h . Oct: 7 km/h . Nov: 8 km/h . Dec: 8 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 9h. Jun: 6h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 9h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 6. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 5. Aug: UV 5. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 100 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 24°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 7°C | Jan · 6°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 836 mm | Jun · 949 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 10 km/h | Mar · 10 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Good November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 6°C | 14°C / 4°C | 3days (12 mm) Excellent | 9.7h Good | 76% Humid | 5.4 High | Good | View Details |
| February best | 17°C / 8°C | 16°C / 6°C | 6days (33 mm) Good | 9.8h Good | 75% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 20°C / 11°C | 20°C / 10°C | 14days (120 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 22°C / 15°C | 24°C / 15°C | 25days (442 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 22°C / 17°C | 25°C / 18°C | 28days (579 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 23°C / 19°C | 27°C / 21°C | 30days (949 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 94% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 23°C / 19°C | 27°C / 22°C | 31days (924 mm) Wet | 5.7h Fair | 94% Very Muggy | 5.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 23°C / 19°C | 27°C / 22°C | 30days (771 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 93% Very Muggy | 4.6 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| September | 23°C / 18°C | 27°C / 21°C | 28days (411 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 92% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 22°C / 16°C | 24°C / 17°C | 17days (259 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.1 High | Good | View Details |
| November best | 20°C / 11°C | 20°C / 10°C | 3days (22 mm) Excellent | 9.4h Good | 78% Humid | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 17°C / 8°C | 16°C / 6°C | 2days (20 mm) Excellent | 9.3h Good | 74% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Cherrapunjee are February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Cherrapunjee, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Cherrapunjee is August, with average daytime highs of 23°C (74°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Cherrapunjee is January, with average overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Cherrapunjee is June, averaging 949mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Cherrapunjee runs through July, June, August, May, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Cherrapunjee.
Cherrapunjee receives approximately 103 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is March with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Cherrapunjee.
The least favorable months to visit Cherrapunjee are April, June, July, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider February, March, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Cherrapunjee is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Cherrapunjee is 84%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Cherrapunjee are 8 km/h (5 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 10 km/h (6 mph) (gusts up to 35 km/h / 21 mph).
Cherrapunjee averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 58%. The clearest skies occur in November.
The annual average dew point in Cherrapunjee is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Cherrapunjee has a Subtropical Highland climate, classified as Cwb under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Cherrapunjee ranges from 14°C (57°F) to 22°C (72°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Cherrapunjee, with a climate score of 6.8/10. Consider visiting during February, March, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Cherrapunjee, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sunglasses. With average highs of 23°C (73°F) and 30 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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