How much does a meteorologist make in India?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₹33,660 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $4,634
- Compared with the median pay in India
- 2.2 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where India ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $118,900 |
| 2. United States | $99,070 |
| 3. Luxembourg estimate | $97,580 |
| 98. Kiribati estimate | $4,833 |
| 99. India estimate | $4,634 |
| 100. Georgia estimate | $4,441 |
| 143. Nigeria estimate | $427 |
Similar jobs
Professionals
- Astrophysicist₹438,300
- Chemist₹368,700
- Geologist₹408,700
- Actuary₹397,300
- Zoologist₹377,400
- Forestry advisor₹365,400
- Environmental protection professionals₹346,600
- Industrial engineer₹408,900
Frequently asked questions
How much does a meteorologist make a month in India?
The median gross salary is ₹33,660 a month, ₹403,900 a year.
How much does a meteorologist make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₹314,600 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₹491,500.
Which country pays a meteorologist the most?
United States, with a median of $99,070 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a meteorologist make more in India or in United States?
In United States: $99,070 a year against $4,634 in India, 21.4 times more.
Who makes more, a meteorologist or an astrophysicist?
An astrophysicist: ₹438,300 a year against ₹403,900 for a meteorologist, 1.1 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate