Peshawar Weather in March

Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C, with around 9 rainy days expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Peshawar. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high

25°C

Average low

12°C

Rainy days

9 days

Best months to visit

February, March, April, October, November, December

What to do in Peshawar in March

Whatever the weather, Peshawar rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Walking the historic bazaars (Chowk Yadgar, Qissakhwani) for spices and silks Visiting Peshawar Museum's Gandhara Buddhist sculpture collection Trekking to Khyber Pass viewpoint (requires security clearance) overlooking Afghanistan Eating Afghan and Pashtun cuisine—kebabs, bolani, and peshawari naan Shopping for gemstones and lapis lazuli in the gem and spice bazaars Attending Friday camel auctions (Peshawar Camel Market) outside city centre

What to pack for March

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.