Sirkap
Taxila, Pakistan UNESCO World Heritage Site
Sirkap is an archaeological site in Taxila, Pakistan. It is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the 32 most looked-up sights in Pakistan on English Wikipedia.
Planning a visit
The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October to March, when daily highs range from 15 °C to 28 °C. Avoid the monsoon season in July and August, as these months have the highest rainfall, with about 302 mm and 284 mm respectively. The warmest months are May and June, with daily highs reaching 34 °C and 37 °C.
Sirkap is located 20 km from Islamabad. The nearest airport is Islamabad International Airport, which is 23 km away. While visiting, you can combine your trip with nearby sites such as Bhir Mound, Dharmarajika Stupa, and Taxila, all within about 1.7 km. Other nearby locations include the Margalla Hills and the Faisal Mosque.
Weather by month
The warmest month is June, with an average high of 37 °C. The wettest is July, with about 302 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 17 | 22 | 28 | 34 | 37 | 33 | 32 | 31 | 28 | 22 | 17 |
| Average low, °C | 4 | 6 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Rainfall, mm | 80 | 112 | 137 | 92 | 49 | 80 | 302 | 284 | 113 | 38 | 26 | 48 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 23 | 20 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 3 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
