Historical Climate Data & Weather Trends (1981-2025)
Comprehensive climate analysis across 35 districts in Maharashtra, India
Maharashtra Climate Overview
Maharashtra, India has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C, approximately 1245mm of rainfall per year, and average humidity of 58%. Temperatures range from 7.0°C in Gondiya to 47.1°C in Chandrapur. This page covers 45 years of historical climate data (1981–2025) across all 35 districts, sourced from NASA POWER — with monthly charts, yearly trends, and a full district comparison table.
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Quick Climate Facts
(1981 - 2025)
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Average Temperature
26.2°C
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Min Temperature
9.4°C
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Max Temperature
44.1°C
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Average Rainfall
3.4 mm/day
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Average Humidity
58.3%
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Average Wind Speed
2.6 m/s
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Number of Districts
35
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Data Period
1981-2025
📊Monthly Climate Averages for Maharashtra
📖Understanding Maharashtra's Climate Patterns
These charts show monthly temperature and rainfall patterns for Maharashtra, averaged across all 35 districts and 45 years of data. Use them to understand seasonal shifts — when monsoon arrives, which months are hottest, and how humidity peaks align with rainfall.
📈Long-term Climate Trends in Maharashtra (1981-2025)
🌍Climate Change and Historical Weather Trends
This chart tracks how Maharashtra's climate has changed from 1981 to 2025. Switch between Temperature, Rainfall, and Humidity tabs to spot long-term trends. Use the year range buttons to zoom into recent decades or view the full 45-year picture.
🌡️Yearly Temperature Trends(2016–2025)
Annual temp trends · 1981–2025 · °C
🗺️Climate Diversity Across Maharashtra
Across its 35 districts, Maharashtra has significant climate variation. Gondiya is the coolest district with average lows of 7.0°C, while Chandrapur reaches average highs of 47.1°C. Sindhudurg is the wettest district at 6.7 mm/day. These differences are driven by altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geography.
Coldest District
Gondiya
7.0°C min
Hottest District
Chandrapur
47.1°C max
Wettest District
Sindhudurg
6.7 mm/day
📍Weather Data for All 35 Districts in Maharashtra
Click any district to view its full 45-year weather history — monthly patterns, yearly trends, and extreme records. Use search to find a specific district quickly.
The average annual temperature in Maharashtra is 26.2°C based on 45 years of historical climate data from 1981 to 2025. Temperatures vary significantly across the state's 35 districts, ranging from an average minimum of 9.4°C to an average maximum of 44.1°C.
Chandrapur is the hottest district in Maharashtra, with an average maximum temperature of 47.1°C and an average annual temperature of 27.3°C. This makes it one of the warmest areas in the state throughout the year.
Gondiya is the coldest district in Maharashtra, with an average minimum temperature of 7.0°C and an average annual temperature of 26.4°C. Winter temperatures in this district can drop significantly below the state average.
Maharashtra receives an average of 3.4 mm/day of rainfall, which translates to approximately 1245 mm annually. Rainfall varies considerably across districts, with Sindhudurg being the wettest at 6.7 mm/day and Solapur being the driest at 1.8 mm/day.
Sindhudurg receives the highest rainfall in Maharashtra, averaging 6.7 mm/day or approximately 2437 mm per year. This district experiences significantly more precipitation compared to the state average, making it ideal for water-intensive agriculture.
The average relative humidity in Maharashtra is 58.3%. Humidity levels vary across the state, with Ratnagiri having the highest average humidity at 74.8% and Dhule having the lowest at 51.3%. These variations affect local climate comfort and agricultural practices.
This comprehensive weather dataset covers all 35 districts in Maharashtra. Each district's climate data has been collected from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources) and includes 45 years of historical records from 1981 to 2025. The state-level statistics presented are calculated by averaging data across all districts.
All weather and climate data for Maharashtra is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), which provides reliable meteorological data from NASA research. The data is based on the MERRA-2 Reanalysis with a spatial resolution of 0.5° x 0.625° and covers the period from 1981 to 2025. This ensures high-quality, scientifically validated climate information aggregated across all 35 districts in the state.
This comprehensive weather history can help farmers and agricultural planners in Maharashtra make informed decisions about crop selection, planting schedules, and irrigation planning. The data shows that Sindhudurg receives the most rainfall (6.7 mm/day), making it suitable for water-intensive crops, while Solapur receives less rainfall (1.8 mm/day) and may require more irrigation. Temperature variations across districts help determine suitable growing seasons for different crops. The 45-year dataset also helps identify long-term climate trends that may require adaptation in farming practices.
Maharashtra shows significant climate diversity across its 35 districts. Temperature varies from 7.0°C in Gondiya to 47.1°C in Chandrapur. Rainfall patterns range from 1.8 mm/day in Solapur to 6.7 mm/day in Sindhudurg. This diversity is influenced by factors such as altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geographical features, creating distinct microclimates within the state.
📚 Data Source & Methodology
All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing satellite-derived meteorological data used globally by researchers and agricultural planners. State-level figures are calculated by averaging data across all 35 districts in Maharashtra.