India By Month | Weather In

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.

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. weather in india by month

The entire country (except the far south-eastern coast) is drenched. Heavy rains cause landslides in Himachal and flooding in Assam. Humidity is 90%+. Travel is difficult due to leeches, mud, and train delays. However, this is a magical time for Ayurveda in Kerala and for seeing the desert turn green in Rajasthan. The Southwest Monsoon hits Kerala around June 1st

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. Northern India remains hot and dry until late June

Rainfall decreases significantly. The northern skies clear up, and humidity drops. Southern India still receives residual showers (Chennai gets heavy rain in September). By the end of the month, the weather becomes pleasant again. This is the "shoulder season" for travel—green landscapes without the mud.

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.