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Pune, situated on the edge of Western Ghats and on Deccan Plateau, has the characteristics of a tropical city. Pune weather has 3 distinct seasons, summer, monsoon and winter. The scorching summer continues from March to May, when temperatures range from 35 to 39 °C. Contrary to the Deccan Plateaus, where May is the warmest month, April is hottest in Pune. Pune weather in May is often characterized by locally developed thundershowers with sharp downpours. Though temperatures plunge during this time, you will be subject to the oppressive humidity. The nights are cooler though thanks to the high altitude, ensuring a peaceful sleep. In June the monsoon winds blowing from the Arabian Seas are a welcome relief, carrying with them heavy showers. Pune receives an average annual rainfall of 772 mm, which can be categorized medium. The period from June to September are the monsoon months with July being the wettest. Rainfall in Pune is lower than the adjoining Western Ghats, but may disrupt normal schedules with some steady spells. When the spells of continuous stretches of rainfall occurs, they may carry on for days or even weeks. Pune weather has a dubious record of continuous rain for 29 consecutive days. If you are struck in the city during this time you can very well bid goodbye to sightseeing in Pune . With the receding of the monsoon winds, temperature rises again and the cool nights signal the onset of winter. The winter months from November to February are the best months for Pune tourism . This time of the year experiences pleasant windy days, clear skies and cool nights. While day temperatures hover around 29°C, night temperatures may plunge below 10°C. January and February may experience cold nights when temperature may go down to 5 or 6°C. Rain is rare is this season though. The highest and lowest recorded temperatures in the city are 43.3°C and 1.7°C respectively. As for when to go Pune , the decision is yours to make. But whenever you go there you will have a very pleasant time vacationing and touring the marvelous buildings and the expansive gardens.
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