The short answer
When to go to Bongaon
The best months are November to February, with dry days, cool mornings and little rain, which suits the sanctuary, the village visits and the evening ceremony at Petrapole. March to May is hot and humid, and June to September is monsoon with heavy rain and muddy rural roads. The sanctuary is best avoided during the monsoon. Older travellers will find mornings and late afternoons easiest, and the winter months far kinder than the rest of the year.
Month by month
Bongaon weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C | 13°C | 16 mm | Dry and cool mornings; ideal | |
| February | 29°C | 17°C | 20 mm | Dry and pleasant | |
| March | 34°C | 22°C | 32 mm | Warming up; mornings still workable | |
| April | 36°C | 25°C | 53 mm | Hot and humid | |
| May | 36°C | 26°C | 141 mm | Hot and humid, storms begin | |
| June | 35°C | 27°C | 248 mm | Monsoon begins; very humid | |
| July | 33°C | 27°C | 367 mm | Heavy rain; roads muddy | |
| August | 33°C | 27°C | 355 mm | Heavy rain; sanctuary best avoided | |
| September | 33°C | 26°C | 282 mm | Rain continues, muggy | |
| October | 33°C | 24°C | 170 mm | Rain easing, still humid | |
| November | 30°C | 19°C | 21 mm | Dry and comfortable | |
| December | 27°C | 14°C | 7 mm | Dry, cool nights; ideal |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Bongaon seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry and cool mornings; ideal
- February: Dry and pleasant
- November: Dry and comfortable
- December: Dry, cool nights; ideal
Possible, with planning: March and October
- March: Warming up; mornings still workable
- October: Rain easing, still humid
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July, August and September
- April: Hot and humid
- May: Hot and humid, storms begin
- June: Monsoon begins; very humid
- July: Heavy rain; roads muddy
- August: Heavy rain; sanctuary best avoided
- September: Rain continues, muggy
Useful answers
Best time to visit Bongaon: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Bongaon?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Bongaon. The best months are November to February, with dry days, cool mornings and little rain, which suits the sanctuary, the village visits and the evening ceremony at Petrapole. March to May is hot and humid, and June to September is monsoon with heavy rain and muddy rural roads. The sanctuary is best avoided during the monsoon. Older travellers will find mornings and late afternoons easiest, and the winter months far kinder than the rest of the year.
Which months should I avoid in Bongaon with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hot and humid Hot and humid, storms begin
When does it rain most in Bongaon?
July is the wettest month, with about 367 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 36°C.