The short answer
When to go to Hanumangarh
November to February is the best window, with cool, clear days that suit the fort and the open site at Kalibangan. April to September is hot, with May and June above 40°C, and July to August adds humid monsoon rain. For older travellers, winter is the only comfortable time for the open sites, with mornings that can be cold.
Month by month
Hanumangarh weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 6°C | 8 mm | Cold mornings; clear days suit the fort | |
| February | 24°C | 9°C | 15 mm | Dry and pleasant | |
| March | 30°C | 14°C | 14 mm | Warming; go early | |
| April | 37°C | 19°C | 12 mm | Very hot; outdoor sights are taxing | |
| May | 42°C | 25°C | 17 mm | Peak heat above 40C | |
| June | 42°C | 28°C | 54 mm | Hot; monsoon onset | |
| July | 39°C | 28°C | 70 mm | Hot and humid with rain | |
| August | 38°C | 27°C | 54 mm | Hot and humid; muddy roads | |
| September | 37°C | 24°C | 59 mm | Easing but still warm | |
| October | 35°C | 18°C | 5 mm | Warm days, cooler nights; good again | |
| November | 30°C | 12°C | 2 mm | Mild and clear | |
| December | 24°C | 7°C | 2 mm | Cool mornings, comfortable days |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Hanumangarh seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cold mornings; clear days suit the fort
- February: Dry and pleasant
- November: Mild and clear
- December: Cool mornings, comfortable days
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming; go early
- October: Warm days, cooler nights; good again
Possible, with planning: September
- September: Easing but still warm
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July and August
- April: Very hot; outdoor sights are taxing
- May: Peak heat above 40C
- June: Hot; monsoon onset
- July: Hot and humid with rain
- August: Hot and humid; muddy roads
Useful answers
Best time to visit Hanumangarh: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Hanumangarh?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Hanumangarh, with March and October also good. November to February is the best window, with cool, clear days that suit the fort and the open site at Kalibangan. April to September is hot, with May and June above 40°C, and July to August adds humid monsoon rain. For older travellers, winter is the only comfortable time for the open sites, with mornings that can be cold.
Which months should I avoid in Hanumangarh with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; outdoor sights are taxing Peak heat above 40C
When does it rain most in Hanumangarh?
July is the wettest month, with about 70 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 42°C.