Climate Insights for Phaltan

The climate in Phaltan is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 754mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 199mm of rainfall. Phaltan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 16°C.

Temperatures in Phaltan vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 16°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Phaltan is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 754mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 199mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1mm. That's 197mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Phaltan is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 13km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 14km/h in winter, 21km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Phaltan, which began on March 20, 2026. Phaltan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 38°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 86 days from now.

The best time to visit Phaltan is during January, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 8mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 38°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Phaltan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.