The short answer
When to go to Bekal
The best window is November to February, when the rain has stopped, skies are clear and sea breezes keep the coast comfortable. October and March are workable but warmer or wetter. April and May turn hot and humid, and June to September brings very heavy monsoon rain and a rough sea. For senior travellers, December and January give the easiest daytime temperatures, though you should still plan fort visits for early morning.
Month by month
Bekal weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 22°C | 1 mm | Dry and bright; ideal for the fort and beach | |
| February | 32°C | 23°C | 1 mm | Dry, warm and comfortable | |
| March | 32°C | 24°C | 5 mm | Warm and humid; go early | |
| April | 33°C | 26°C | 55 mm | Hot and humid; first showers begin | |
| May | 32°C | 26°C | 262 mm | Pre-monsoon storms and humidity | |
| June | 29°C | 24°C | 1002 mm | Monsoon onset; very heavy rain and rough sea | |
| July | 28°C | 23°C | 1190 mm | Wettest month; outdoor plans disrupted | |
| August | 28°C | 24°C | 647 mm | Monsoon continues; rough coast | |
| September | 29°C | 24°C | 338 mm | Rain easing but still heavy | |
| October | 30°C | 24°C | 229 mm | Showers linger; greener, fewer visitors | |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 77 mm | Season opens; drier and pleasant | |
| December | 32°C | 22°C | 18 mm | Dry and comfortable; busier at holidays |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Bekal seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry and bright; ideal for the fort and beach
- February: Dry, warm and comfortable
- December: Dry and comfortable; busier at holidays
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Warm and humid; go early
- November: Season opens; drier and pleasant
Possible, with planning: April and October
- April: Hot and humid; first showers begin
- October: Showers linger; greener, fewer visitors
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Pre-monsoon storms and humidity
- June: Monsoon onset; very heavy rain and rough sea
- July: Wettest month; outdoor plans disrupted
- August: Monsoon continues; rough coast
- September: Rain easing but still heavy
Useful answers
Best time to visit Bekal: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Bekal?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Bekal, with March and November also good. The best window is November to February, when the rain has stopped, skies are clear and sea breezes keep the coast comfortable. October and March are workable but warmer or wetter. April and May turn hot and humid, and June to September brings very heavy monsoon rain and a rough sea. For senior travellers, December and January give the easiest daytime temperatures, though you should still plan fort visits for early morning.
Which months should I avoid in Bekal with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Pre-monsoon storms and humidity Monsoon onset; very heavy rain and rough sea
When does it rain most in Bekal?
July is the wettest month, with about 1190 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 33°C.