Multan Sun Temple

Temple Ancient sun temple ruins once in Multan

Historic site in Multan associated with pre-Islamic sun worship; the Sun Temple attracts visitors interested in the city’s archaeological layers and regional religious history.

Multan Sun Temple
Multan district, Punjab, Pakistan (approx. 30.19778°N, 71.46972°E)
30.1978, 71.4697

How to Get to Multan Sun Temple #

Multan is served by roads and an international airport; local urban transport and taxis provide access to archaeological and historic sites. Consult local guides and the Punjab archaeology department for directions to specific ruins or museum holdings.

Tips for Visiting Multan Sun Temple #

  • The Multan Sun Temple is an archaeological and historical reference rather than a standing tourist complex-check local heritage office information for access to sites and museums.
  • Combine a visit with Multan's larger set of shrines and museums for historical context.
  • Hire a local guide for richer historical interpretation and safer navigation of urban traffic.

Best Time to Visit Multan Sun Temple #

Winter and early spring are the most comfortable times to visit Multan's outdoor sites due to the city's hot summer climate.

Winter
November-February · 8°C to 22°C
Cooler and more comfortable for exploring archaeological sites and the old city.
Spring
March-April · 15°C to 30°C
Warm days but manageable before the heat peak of summer.

Weather & Climate near Multan Sun Temple #

Climate

Multan Sun Temple's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 42°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 157 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
OctoberAprilNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
51°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
21°
38%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°
37%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 29°
35%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
20° 36°
27%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.8h daylight

May

May is hot with highs of 41°C and lows of 25°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
25° 41°
20%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

June

June is the hottest month with highs of 42°C and lows of 29°C. Light rainfall.

83 Excellent

Comfort

36°
Feels Like Hot
36°C
Temperature
29° 42°
27%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.9h daylight

July

July is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 28°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain.

77 Very Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
34°C
Temperature
28° 40°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

August

August is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
28° 38°
39%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

September

September is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 25°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
31°C
Temperature
25° 37°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

99 Ideal

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
19° 34°
26%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
11.3h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
12° 28°
28%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
23°
33%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

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