Weather in Jharkhand

Jharkhand is home to 20 cities tracked on Mausam Online, including Jamshedpur, Dhanbad and Ranchi. Live weather, hourly forecasts and air-quality data are available for every city.

Climate & seasons

Jharkhand has a tropical monsoon climate with three clear seasons. The hot season builds from March and peaks in April and May; the southwest monsoon then brings most of the year's rain from June to September, heaviest in July and August; and after it withdraws the months are dry, with warm days and cooler nights. Ranchi, on the Chota Nagpur plateau, is a little cooler than the lower country around it.

When to visit Jharkhand

The most comfortable months to visit are November to February, when the air is dry and the days are warm rather than hot. December and January are the coolest months. The monsoon months are humid, with heavy downpours.

Air quality in Jharkhand

AQI conditions vary by city and season. Winter (November–January) is typically the worst, when cool, still air traps pollution near the ground. Each city's page, linked above, shows its live AQI.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weather in Jharkhand today?

Weather in Jharkhand varies by region. The cards above show the current temperature and conditions in cities such as Jamshedpur, Dhanbad and Ranchi; open any city for rain, AQI and PM2.5/PM10, and for a full hourly and 7-day forecast.

When does the monsoon arrive in Jharkhand?

The southwest monsoon brings Jharkhand most of its rain from June to September, and rain is heaviest in July and August.

Which is the largest city in Jharkhand?

Jamshedpur is the largest city in Jharkhand. We provide live weather forecasts for 20 cities across the region.

How often is the weather data updated?

Every city's weather and AQI data refreshes every 60 minutes from Open-Meteo, which combines ECMWF and other forecast models. See "How we predict the weather" for full sourcing.