Climate Overview
The climate in Quetta is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 280mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Quetta is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: March, January, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Quetta has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. March is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 13°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Quetta is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 280mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 23mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 4mm. That's 29mm less than January, 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.
Wind
Quetta is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
17 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Quetta, which began on June 21, 2026. Quetta 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 March at around 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 17 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 7 to 14°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 23mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 9 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 69mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Quetta 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.
