Varanasi
India · South Asia
The best time to visit Varanasi is January–March and October–December, when it is at its strongest for culture and city breaks. Crisp winter days and chilly evenings are ideal for temple visits and exploring the historic old city alleys.
Plan a trip to VaranasiMonth by month
| Month | Fit | Weather | Crowds & prices | What it's good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10/10 | 21°C · 4 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Culture, City breaks, Road trips. Pleasant cool weather makes exploring the ghats and temples comfortable, though early mornings can be foggy. |
| February | 10/10 | 26°C · 2 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 4/5 | Culture, City breaks, Road trips. Mild temperatures and clear sunny days offer prime conditions for walking tours and river boat rides. |
| March | 9/10 | 32°C · 3 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 3/5 | Culture, City breaks. Warm days transition into hot afternoons with vibrant celebrations around the festival of Holi. |
| April | 7/10 | 38°C · 1 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Culture. Intense heat sets in with afternoon temperatures frequently approaching 40C, limiting outdoor activities to dawn and dusk. |
| May | 6/10 | 39°C · 5 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | The hottest month of the year with scorching dry winds and very few tourists. |
| June | 6/10 | 38°C · 14 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Oppressive pre-monsoon heat gives way to early rains, bringing high humidity and stormy conditions. |
| July | 7/10 | 34°C · 24 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Culture. Heavy monsoon rainfall causes the Ganges to rise, often submerging lower ghats and restricting boat operations. |
| August | 7/10 | 32°C · 26 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Culture. Peak monsoon brings frequent heavy downpours and high river levels that disrupt traditional ghat walkways. |
| September | 7/10 | 32°C · 25 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Culture. Monsoon rains begin to taper off late in the month, though humidity remains high and the river stays swollen. |
| October | 9/10 | 31°C · 7 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Culture, City breaks, Road trips. Post-monsoon clearing brings festive energy and manageable temperatures as tourist season commences. |
| November | 10/10 | 28°C · 1 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Culture, City breaks, Road trips. Spectacular Dev Deepawali illuminates the ghats, paired with virtually dry and comfortable autumn weather. |
| December | 10/10 | 23°C · 2 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | Culture, City breaks, Road trips. Crisp winter days and chilly evenings are ideal for temple visits and exploring the historic old city alleys. |
Getting in
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