Taxila, Pakistan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Taxila, Pakistan? If you're planning to go to Taxila, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Taxila, Pakistan

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

What to wear/what to pack for Taxila, Pakistan by month

January

January in Taxila is chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (single digits C) to low 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Jacket or coat
Socks
Umbrella
Fleeces
Rain coat
Light gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage

February

February in Taxila is crisp. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Pants or jeans
Rain coat
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof footwear
Long skirts
Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Umbrella
Socks
Waterproof luggage

March

If you vacation in Taxila during March, you are likely to find that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Skirts
Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Dresses
Long and short sleeve shirts
Shorts or short pants
Sunscreen lotion
Light footwear
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear

April

If you go to Taxila in April, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Waterproof luggage
Shorts or short pants
Long and short sleeve shirts
Umbrella
Rain coat
Light footwear
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof footwear
Skirts

May

If you vacation in Taxila during May, you are likely to find that it can be sizzling. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 20 and 30% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunglasses
Light shorts
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
Waterproof footwear
Tank tops
Skirts
Sandals
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Thin short sleeve shirts
Light dresses
Thin pants, such as light khakis
Umbrella

June

If you visit Taxila during June, you are likely to find that it is unbearably hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 100s F (high 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 70s F (mid 20s C).

Humidity is generally around 30 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sandals
Extremely light dresses
Rain coat
Light skirts
Thin short sleeve shirts
Extremely thin shorts
Waterproof footwear
Sunglasses
Thin tank or crop tops
Waterproof luggage
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
Umbrella
Sarong

July

July for Taxila can be sizzling and somewhat stormy. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (high 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Skirts
Rain coat
Light shorts
Sandals
Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Tank tops
Waterproof luggage
Sunglasses
Thin short sleeve shirts
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
Thin pants, such as light khakis
Light dresses

August

August here is blindingly hot and somewhat stormy. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Tank tops
Light shorts
Rain coat
Sandals
Thin pants, such as light khakis
Light dresses
Thin short sleeve shirts
Waterproof luggage
Skirts
Umbrella
Waterproof footwear
Sunglasses
High-SPF sunscreen lotion

September

September in Taxila is extremely hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) to low 90s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Sunglasses
Waterproof footwear
Skirts
Umbrella
Short sleeve shirts
Dresses
Shorts
Sunscreen lotion
Rain coat

October

October in Taxila can be sweltering. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunscreen lotion
Sandals
Sunglasses
Short sleeve shirts
Dresses
Rain boots
Shorts
Waterproof luggage that you don't mind ruining
Skirts
Umbrella
Rain coat

November

November in Taxila is a perfect temperature and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light footwear
Sandals
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Dresses
Sunscreen lotion
Shorts or short pants

December

December in Taxila is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) to 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Warm pants or jeans
Light gloves or mittens
Standard footwear
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Jacket or coat
Waterproof luggage
Rain coat
Umbrella
Fleeces

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Taxila, Pakistan

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

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types C and D
A SIM card that works in Taxila
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
If you plan to visit a mosque, pack clothing that covers the knees and shoulders
If you are visiting a temple, pack respectful clothing
Appropriate museum wear

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