Silchar, India
Assam · India
Silchar is a large city in Assam, India with a population of 228,985. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 228,985 |
| Population Density | 792 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.8273°, 92.7979° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Assam |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.9 inches (2,537 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Silchar
Silchar is a large city in India (Assam) with a population of 228,985. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Silchar
Silchar has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2956 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above India avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 289.0 sq mi (748.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 792/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.8273°N, 92.7979°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 8.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 18.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 14.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 15.2 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 11.5 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Silchar has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.9") and December the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Silchar
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assam University | University | - | , |
| Cachar College | College | - | , |
| Lakhipur Junior College | College | - | , |
| National Institute of technology - NIT Silchar | University | - | , |
| Nehru College | College | - | , |
| Silchar Polytechnique | College | - | , |
Schools in Silchar
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collegiate School | - | - | - | - |
| Govt Boys HS School | - | - | - | - |
| Oriental School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Silchar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Silchar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Library Hailakandi | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Silchar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birbal Bazaar | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Fulertal Vag & Fish Market | |||||
| Katakhal Bazaar | |||||
| Pailapool Market |
Hotels in Silchar
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Silchar
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Silchar
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Silchar
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Silchar
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Silchar
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Silchar
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Silchar
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Silchar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Silchar
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Silchar Airport | IXS | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Silchar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Silchar HPO |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Silchar
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ISKCON | |
| Prachin Shiv Mandir | |
| Presbyterian Church | |
| Ramkrishna Mission Silchar | |
| Shree Radha Krishna Temple |
Quick Facts
Around Silchar
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Silchar?
Silchar has a population of 228,985 residents and is located in India. The population density is 792 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Silchar?
Silchar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 99.9 inches.
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