Chandigarh, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Chandigarh, India? If you're planning to go to Chandigarh, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Chandigarh, India

Based on the climate and weather in Chandigarh, the best time to go is March. See below for details.

Important essentials for Chandigarh, India

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Chandigarh, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.

General health necessities


  • Emergency water purifier

    Some areas of this country may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to have an emergency water purifier like this one.


  • Travel first aid kit

    This one is a excellent option.


  • Emergency motion sickness relief

Don't forget these

What to wear/what to pack for Chandigarh, India by month

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January

If you are traveling to Chandigarh in January, you will notice that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (low 20s C). There is frost occasionally.

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February

February in Chandigarh is balmy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C).

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March

March for Chandigarh is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

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April

If you go to Chandigarh in April, you will notice that it is blindingly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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May

If you vacation in Chandigarh during May, you may see that it can be excruciatingly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 100s F (low 40s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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June

June is a scorcher. Temperatures average in the 100s F (low 40s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.

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July

If you go to Chandigarh in July, you will notice that it can be excruciatingly hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 90s F (mid 30s C).

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August

In August, Chandigarh can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Chandigarh, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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September

September can be blisteringly hot. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.

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October

October in Chandigarh is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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November

November in Chandigarh is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 50s F (single digits C).

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December

If you visit Chandigarh during December, you are likely to notice that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

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Activities for Chandigarh, India

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Chandigarh.

If you go to The Japanese Garden, you're likely to do a lot of walking. These are a must:


  • Binoculars

    Like these


  • Ultralight day pack

    Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.


  • Good hiking shoes

    These are designed for this kind of walking, and can breathe and can get wet


  • Small portable cooler

    Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.

If you see the Chandigarh Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Castle hopping? For The Legislative Assembly, take:


  • Ultralight day pack

    Like this, so you can carry your stuff.

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