The short answer
When to go to Bettiah
November to February is the best window: dry, cool days, clear air and migratory birds at Udaypur. March and October are workable with early starts. April to June is very hot, and July to September brings the heaviest rain, making wetland and forest access difficult. Older travellers should plan short morning outings and rest through midday.
Month by month
Bettiah weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 9°C | 13 mm | Cool and dry; good for birds and forest | |
| February | 26°C | 11°C | 13 mm | Mild days, dry | |
| March | 32°C | 16°C | 10 mm | Warming; go early | |
| April | 37°C | 21°C | 18 mm | Very hot and dry | |
| May | 39°C | 25°C | 46 mm | Peak heat; hard going | |
| June | 37°C | 26°C | 200 mm | Hot and humid; monsoon onset | |
| July | 34°C | 26°C | 380 mm | Wettest month; floodplain access difficult | |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 360 mm | Heavy rain; wet forest roads | |
| September | 33°C | 25°C | 230 mm | Rain easing; humid | |
| October | 32°C | 21°C | 66 mm | Clear skies return; warm days | |
| November | 29°C | 15°C | 5 mm | Pleasant and dry; migratory birds arrive | |
| December | 25°C | 10°C | 5 mm | Cool mornings and dry; pack a layer |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Bettiah seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool and dry; good for birds and forest
- February: Mild days, dry
- November: Pleasant and dry; migratory birds arrive
- December: Cool mornings and dry; pack a layer
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming; go early
- October: Clear skies return; warm days
Possible, with planning: September
- September: Rain easing; humid
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July and August
- April: Very hot and dry
- May: Peak heat; hard going
- June: Hot and humid; monsoon onset
- July: Wettest month; floodplain access difficult
- August: Heavy rain; wet forest roads
Useful answers
Best time to visit Bettiah: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Bettiah?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Bettiah, with March and October also good. November to February is the best window: dry, cool days, clear air and migratory birds at Udaypur. March and October are workable with early starts. April to June is very hot, and July to September brings the heaviest rain, making wetland and forest access difficult. Older travellers should plan short morning outings and rest through midday.
Which months should I avoid in Bettiah with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot and dry Peak heat; hard going
When does it rain most in Bettiah?
July is the wettest month, with about 380 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 39°C.