The short answer
When to go to Cuttack
The best months are November to February, with dry, clear weather and comfortable mornings that suit the fort, museums and river walks. April to June is hot and humid, and July to September brings the heaviest rain, with the river high. October eases but brings Durga Puja crowds and occasional cyclones. For older travellers, choose a weekday morning for the main sights and keep afternoons free to rest.
Month by month
Cuttack weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 14°C | 14 mm | Cool, dry and clear; best for sightseeing | |
| February | 32°C | 18°C | 17 mm | Warm days, pleasant mornings and evenings | |
| March | 35°C | 22°C | 24 mm | Getting hot; plan outings early | |
| April | 37°C | 24°C | 45 mm | Hot and humid; midday sightseeing is tiring | |
| May | 37°C | 25°C | 106 mm | Peak heat; pre-monsoon storms possible | |
| June | 35°C | 25°C | 196 mm | Monsoon onset; humid and wet | |
| July | 32°C | 24°C | 361 mm | Heavy rain; river high near the embankment | |
| August | 32°C | 24°C | 365 mm | Wettest month; humid and heavy rain | |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 258 mm | Still very wet; river high | |
| October | 32°C | 22°C | 176 mm | Rain easing; Durga Puja crowds; cyclones possible | |
| November | 31°C | 18°C | 31 mm | Dry and comfortable; Bali Jatra fair season | |
| December | 29°C | 14°C | 4 mm | Cool, dry and sunny; ideal for walking |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Cuttack seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February, November and December
- February: Warm days, pleasant mornings and evenings
- November: Dry and comfortable; Bali Jatra fair season
- December: Cool, dry and sunny; ideal for walking
Good, with small trade-offs: January and March
- January: Cool, dry and clear; best for sightseeing
- March: Getting hot; plan outings early
Possible, with planning: October
- October: Rain easing; Durga Puja crowds; cyclones possible
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July, August and September
- April: Hot and humid; midday sightseeing is tiring
- May: Peak heat; pre-monsoon storms possible
- June: Monsoon onset; humid and wet
- July: Heavy rain; river high near the embankment
- August: Wettest month; humid and heavy rain
- September: Still very wet; river high
Useful answers
Best time to visit Cuttack: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Cuttack?
February, November and December are the best months to visit Cuttack, with January and March also good. The best months are November to February, with dry, clear weather and comfortable mornings that suit the fort, museums and river walks. April to June is hot and humid, and July to September brings the heaviest rain, with the river high. October eases but brings Durga Puja crowds and occasional cyclones. For older travellers, choose a weekday morning for the main sights and keep afternoons free to rest.
Which months should I avoid in Cuttack with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hot and humid; midday sightseeing is tiring Peak heat; pre-monsoon storms possible
When does it rain most in Cuttack?
August is the wettest month, with about 365 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 37°C.