The short answer
When to go to Akola
November to February is the best period, with dry weather and comfortable days for the forts and sanctuaries; migratory waterfowl arrive at Karanja Sohol from November. March and October are workable with early starts. April and May bring temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius and are punishing for older travellers, while July is the wettest month and makes fort paths slippery.
Month by month
Akola weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 14°C | 11 mm | Dry and mild; ideal for forts | |
| February | 33°C | 16°C | 6 mm | Warming but pleasant | |
| March | 37°C | 20°C | 14 mm | Hot afternoons; start early | |
| April | 41°C | 25°C | 4 mm | Very hot; outdoor sights are taxing | |
| May | 42°C | 28°C | 10 mm | Hottest month; avoid | |
| June | 38°C | 26°C | 147 mm | Monsoon begins; humid | |
| July | 32°C | 25°C | 215 mm | Wettest month | |
| August | 31°C | 24°C | 182 mm | Wet; trails slippery | |
| September | 32°C | 23°C | 138 mm | Rains easing | |
| October | 34°C | 21°C | 43 mm | Post-monsoon clearing, warm days | |
| November | 32°C | 17°C | 12 mm | Dry and pleasant; waterfowl arrive | |
| December | 31°C | 14°C | 3 mm | Cool mornings, comfortable days |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Akola seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry and mild; ideal for forts
- February: Warming but pleasant
- November: Dry and pleasant; waterfowl arrive
- December: Cool mornings, comfortable days
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Hot afternoons; start early
- October: Post-monsoon clearing, warm days
Possible, with planning: June, July, August and September
- June: Monsoon begins; humid
- July: Wettest month
- August: Wet; trails slippery
- September: Rains easing
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Very hot; outdoor sights are taxing
- May: Hottest month; avoid
Useful answers
Best time to visit Akola: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Akola?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Akola, with March and October also good. November to February is the best period, with dry weather and comfortable days for the forts and sanctuaries; migratory waterfowl arrive at Karanja Sohol from November. March and October are workable with early starts. April and May bring temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius and are punishing for older travellers, while July is the wettest month and makes fort paths slippery.
Which months should I avoid in Akola with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; outdoor sights are taxing Hottest month; avoid
When does it rain most in Akola?
July is the wettest month, with about 215 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 42°C.