Weather In India By Month ✦ Tested

Summer arrives. Central and Northern India see rising heat (20°C–32°C). It is still pleasant in the early mornings, but afternoons become harsh. This is a great month for the Holi festival (color throwing), but expect intense sun. Hill stations like Manali begin to look inviting.

The Indian summer turns brutal. Northern plains (Lucknow, Delhi) breach 40°C. The air is dry and dusty. Southern India remains hot but slightly moderated by sea breezes (28°C–35°C). Avoid long outdoor sightseeing. Head to the Himalayas (Shimla, Darjeeling) or hill stations in the South (Munnar, Ooty). weather in india by month

Similar to July, but with a slight decrease in rain in the North. August is muggy across the country. The Konkan coast (Goa, Maharashtra) gets dangerous tides. However, festivals like Raksha Bandhan and Janmashtami are celebrated indoors. Sightseeing is best limited to museums or high-altitude rain-shadow areas like Ladakh. Summer arrives

January is the peak of winter. Northern India (Delhi, Jaipur, Agra) experiences dense fog and biting cold (2°C–15°C). Southern India (Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi) enjoys pleasant, balmy weather (20°C–30°C). This is the best month for visiting the Taj Mahal or for desert safaris in Jaisalmer. This is a great month for the Holi

The Southwest Monsoon hits Kerala around June 1st and sweeps up the west coast. Mumbai receives torrential rain. The east (Kolkata) and northeast get flooded. Northern India remains hot and dry until late June. This is a "split" month: the West Coast is wet, while Delhi is still sweltering.