The short answer
When to go to Gadag
The best months are November to February, when rain has ended and days are dry and mild, ideal for temples and forts. March to May is hot, with April the peak, and October is the wettest month. June to September is green and showery but still workable for temple visits. Older travellers should keep to mornings, rest in the afternoon and avoid exposed forts in summer.
Month by month
Gadag weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 16°C | 0 mm | Dry, sunny and comfortable | |
| February | 33°C | 18°C | 2 mm | Dry; warming by month end | |
| March | 36°C | 21°C | 7 mm | Hot afternoons; sightsee early | |
| April | 37°C | 22°C | 40 mm | Hottest month; exposed sites tiring | |
| May | 36°C | 22°C | 72 mm | Hot with pre-monsoon showers | |
| June | 31°C | 22°C | 100 mm | Cooler, green, showery | |
| July | 29°C | 21°C | 78 mm | Mild and green; showers | |
| August | 29°C | 21°C | 94 mm | Mild and green; rain likely | |
| September | 30°C | 21°C | 113 mm | Mild; rain increasing | |
| October | 30°C | 20°C | 124 mm | Wettest month; hill roads slippery | |
| November | 30°C | 18°C | 39 mm | Rain ends; clear and pleasant | |
| December | 29°C | 16°C | 7 mm | Cool mornings, dry days |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Gadag seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry, sunny and comfortable
- February: Dry; warming by month end
- November: Rain ends; clear and pleasant
- December: Cool mornings, dry days
Possible, with planning: March, June, July, August, September and October
- March: Hot afternoons; sightsee early
- June: Cooler, green, showery
- July: Mild and green; showers
- August: Mild and green; rain likely
- September: Mild; rain increasing
- October: Wettest month; hill roads slippery
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Hottest month; exposed sites tiring
- May: Hot with pre-monsoon showers
Useful answers
Best time to visit Gadag: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Gadag?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Gadag. The best months are November to February, when rain has ended and days are dry and mild, ideal for temples and forts. March to May is hot, with April the peak, and October is the wettest month. June to September is green and showery but still workable for temple visits. Older travellers should keep to mornings, rest in the afternoon and avoid exposed forts in summer.
Which months should I avoid in Gadag with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hottest month; exposed sites tiring Hot with pre-monsoon showers
When does it rain most in Gadag?
October is the wettest month, with about 124 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 37°C.