Punjab Temperature & Weather History

Historical Climate Data & Weather Trends (1981-2025)

Comprehensive climate analysis across 17 districts in Punjab, India

Punjab Climate Overview

Punjab, India has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C, approximately 658mm of rainfall per year, and average humidity of 42%. Temperatures range from 1.8°C in Ludhiana to 48.4°C in Firozpur. This page covers 45 years of historical climate data (1981–2025) across all 17 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

25.4°C

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Min Temperature

2.5°C

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Max Temperature

47.6°C

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Average Rainfall

1.8 mm/day

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Average Humidity

41.7%

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Average Wind Speed

1.7 m/s

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Number of Districts

17

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Data Period

1981-2025

📊Monthly Climate Averages for Punjab

📖Understanding Punjab's Climate Patterns

These charts show monthly temperature and rainfall patterns for Punjab, averaged across all 17 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.

🌡️Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °C

🌧️Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

📈Long-term Climate Trends in Punjab (1981-2025)

🌍Climate Change and Historical Weather Trends

This chart tracks how Punjab'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 Punjab

Across its 17 districts, Punjab has significant climate variation. Ludhiana is the coolest district with average lows of 1.8°C, while Firozpur reaches average highs of 48.4°C. Gurdaspur is the wettest district at 2.5 mm/day. These differences are driven by altitude, proximity to water bodies, and geography.

Coldest District
Ludhiana
1.8°C min
Hottest District
Firozpur
48.4°C max
Wettest District
Gurdaspur
2.5 mm/day

📍Weather Data for All 17 Districts in Punjab

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.

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DistrictAvg TempMin TempMax TempRainfallHumidity
Amritsar25.3°C2.0°C48.1°C1.9 mm/day42.3%
Bathinda25.8°C1.8°C48.1°C1.4 mm/day39.4%
Faridkot25.8°C1.8°C48.1°C1.4 mm/day39.4%
Fatehgarh Sahib25.2°C2.7°C47.4°C2.0 mm/day43.2%
Firozpur26.0°C2.0°C48.4°C1.4 mm/day38.5%
Gurdaspur24.6°C4.8°C46.1°C2.5 mm/day43.9%
Hoshiarpur24.9°C2.6°C47.3°C2.1 mm/day43.8%
Jalandhar24.9°C2.6°C47.3°C2.1 mm/day43.8%
Kapurthala24.9°C2.6°C47.3°C2.1 mm/day43.8%
Ludhiana25.3°C1.8°C47.8°C1.8 mm/day42.3%

Showing 1 to 10 of 17 districts

❓Frequently Asked Questions

The average annual temperature in Punjab is 25.4°C based on 45 years of historical climate data from 1981 to 2025. Temperatures vary significantly across the state's 17 districts, ranging from an average minimum of 2.5°C to an average maximum of 47.6°C.
Firozpur is the hottest district in Punjab, with an average maximum temperature of 48.4°C and an average annual temperature of 26.0°C. This makes it one of the warmest areas in the state throughout the year.
Ludhiana is the coldest district in Punjab, with an average minimum temperature of 1.8°C and an average annual temperature of 25.3°C. Winter temperatures in this district can drop significantly below the state average.
Punjab receives an average of 1.8 mm/day of rainfall, which translates to approximately 658 mm annually. Rainfall varies considerably across districts, with Gurdaspur being the wettest at 2.5 mm/day and Muktsar being the driest at 1.2 mm/day.
Gurdaspur receives the highest rainfall in Punjab, averaging 2.5 mm/day or approximately 919 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 Punjab is 41.7%. Humidity levels vary across the state, with Gurdaspur having the highest average humidity at 43.9% and Muktsar having the lowest at 37.5%. These variations affect local climate comfort and agricultural practices.
This comprehensive weather dataset covers all 17 districts in Punjab. 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 Punjab 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 17 districts in the state.
This comprehensive weather history can help farmers and agricultural planners in Punjab make informed decisions about crop selection, planting schedules, and irrigation planning. The data shows that Gurdaspur receives the most rainfall (2.5 mm/day), making it suitable for water-intensive crops, while Muktsar receives less rainfall (1.2 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.
Punjab shows significant climate diversity across its 17 districts. Temperature varies from 1.8°C in Ludhiana to 48.4°C in Firozpur. Rainfall patterns range from 1.2 mm/day in Muktsar to 2.5 mm/day in Gurdaspur. 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 17 districts in Punjab.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max, Average)
  • Precipitation (Rainfall)
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
Data specifications:
  • Temporal Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial Resolution: 0.5° x 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2 Reanalysis
  • Coverage: 1981-2025 (45 years)

Historical weather data for Punjab, India • Data: NASA POWER • 1981-2025 • Covering 17 districts