The short answer
When to go to Dhar
The best window is October to March, with clear skies and mild days that suit the fort, Mandu and the Bagh Caves. April and May are very hot, and the monsoon from July to September brings heavy rain, slippery steps and slow roads. For older travellers, November to February is the most comfortable, with cool mornings; plan outdoor sights early and rest at midday.
Month by month
Dhar weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 10°C | 2 mm | Cool, dry and clear; good for fort and mosque visits | |
| February | 29°C | 13°C | 2 mm | Warm days, dry; comfortable for all ages | |
| March | 34°C | 18°C | 2 mm | Heating up; keep sightseeing to mornings | |
| April | 38°C | 22°C | 3 mm | Very hot; exposed forts and ruins are taxing | |
| May | 40°C | 25°C | 11 mm | Peak heat before the monsoon | |
| June | 36°C | 24°C | 128 mm | Monsoon arrives; humid, some showers | |
| July | 30°C | 22°C | 313 mm | Very wet; green, but roads and steps slippery | |
| August | 29°C | 21°C | 207 mm | Heavy showers; Sardarpur's florican season | |
| September | 30°C | 21°C | 164 mm | Rain easing, countryside at its greenest | |
| October | 33°C | 19°C | 39 mm | Skies clear; warm by midday | |
| November | 30°C | 15°C | 16 mm | Dry and mild; ideal for day trips | |
| December | 28°C | 12°C | 2 mm | Cool mornings, dry; comfortable for all ages |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Dhar seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, October, November and December
- January: Cool, dry and clear; good for fort and mosque visits
- February: Warm days, dry; comfortable for all ages
- October: Skies clear; warm by midday
- November: Dry and mild; ideal for day trips
- December: Cool mornings, dry; comfortable for all ages
Good, with small trade-offs: March and September
- March: Heating up; keep sightseeing to mornings
- September: Rain easing, countryside at its greenest
Possible, with planning: June, July and August
- June: Monsoon arrives; humid, some showers
- July: Very wet; green, but roads and steps slippery
- August: Heavy showers; Sardarpur's florican season
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Very hot; exposed forts and ruins are taxing
- May: Peak heat before the monsoon
Useful answers
Best time to visit Dhar: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Dhar?
January, February, October, November and December are the best months to visit Dhar, with March and September also good. The best window is October to March, with clear skies and mild days that suit the fort, Mandu and the Bagh Caves. April and May are very hot, and the monsoon from July to September brings heavy rain, slippery steps and slow roads. For older travellers, November to February is the most comfortable, with cool mornings; plan outdoor sights early and rest at midday.
Which months should I avoid in Dhar with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; exposed forts and ruins are taxing Peak heat before the monsoon
When does it rain most in Dhar?
July is the wettest month, with about 313 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 40°C.