The short answer
When to go to Bhimtal
The most comfortable windows are March to May and October to November, when days are mild, skies are mostly clear and the lakes are at their best. December to February is cold with frosty nights but dry, and works if you pack well. Avoid July and August, when more than 400 mm of rain falls each month and hill roads can be slow or blocked. Older travellers will find March, April, October and November the easiest months, with enough warmth to sit by the lake without suffering heat or cold.
Month by month
Bhimtal weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 3°C | 39 mm | Cold nights and frost, clear days; pack warm layers | |
| February | 17°C | 5°C | 46 mm | Cool and clear; fewer visitors | |
| March | 22°C | 9°C | 35 mm | Mild and dry; spring colour on the slopes | |
| April | 26°C | 13°C | 31 mm | Warm days, pleasant evenings | |
| May | 29°C | 16°C | 73 mm | Warm and busy with holiday crowds | |
| June | 29°C | 19°C | 229 mm | Warm; monsoon starts late in the month | |
| July | 25°C | 19°C | 458 mm | Very heavy rain; landslide risk on roads | |
| August | 25°C | 18°C | 413 mm | Persistent rain and mist; roads can be slow | |
| September | 25°C | 17°C | 205 mm | Rain easing; green hills, some showers | |
| October | 23°C | 12°C | 42 mm | Clear skies, comfortable days and cool nights | |
| November | 20°C | 8°C | 9 mm | Crisp, dry and calm; carry a jacket | |
| December | 17°C | 4°C | 17 mm | Cold and dry; frosty mornings |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Bhimtal seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: March, April, October and November
- March: Mild and dry; spring colour on the slopes
- April: Warm days, pleasant evenings
- October: Clear skies, comfortable days and cool nights
- November: Crisp, dry and calm; carry a jacket
Good, with small trade-offs: February, May and December
- February: Cool and clear; fewer visitors
- May: Warm and busy with holiday crowds
- December: Cold and dry; frosty mornings
Possible, with planning: January, June and September
- January: Cold nights and frost, clear days; pack warm layers
- June: Warm; monsoon starts late in the month
- September: Rain easing; green hills, some showers
Best avoided with parents or children: July and August
- July: Very heavy rain; landslide risk on roads
- August: Persistent rain and mist; roads can be slow
Useful answers
Best time to visit Bhimtal: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Bhimtal?
March, April, October and November are the best months to visit Bhimtal, with February, May and December also good. The most comfortable windows are March to May and October to November, when days are mild, skies are mostly clear and the lakes are at their best. December to February is cold with frosty nights but dry, and works if you pack well. Avoid July and August, when more than 400 mm of rain falls each month and hill roads can be slow or blocked. Older travellers will find March, April, October and November the easiest months, with enough warmth to sit by the lake without suffering heat or cold.
Which months should I avoid in Bhimtal with elderly parents?
July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very heavy rain; landslide risk on roads Persistent rain and mist; roads can be slow
When does it rain most in Bhimtal?
July is the wettest month, with about 458 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 29°C.