The short answer
When to go to Kabini
The most comfortable months are November to February, when mornings are cool and rain is light. March to May are hotter, with afternoons around 33 to 34 degrees, but they are widely recommended for elephants gathering along the reservoir as the water recedes. From June to October the forest turns green and sightings are less reliable, and heavy rain spells can disrupt drives and boat rides. Older travellers will be most comfortable in the winter window, with rest through the middle of the day.
Month by month
Kabini weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 16°C | 1 mm | Cool mornings, dry; good game viewing | |
| February | 31°C | 17°C | 3 mm | Dry and warming; reliable safaris | |
| March | 34°C | 19°C | 13 mm | Hot afternoons; water draws animals to the shore | |
| April | 34°C | 21°C | 85 mm | Hottest month; peak elephant viewing, first showers | |
| May | 33°C | 21°C | 128 mm | Humid, storms likely; backwaters at their best | |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 77 mm | Monsoon begins; green but patchy sightings | |
| July | 29°C | 20°C | 84 mm | Wet and lush; fewer visitors | |
| August | 29°C | 20°C | 97 mm | Rain spells can disrupt drives and boats | |
| September | 30°C | 20°C | 102 mm | Wet, humid; quiet season | |
| October | 29°C | 20°C | 163 mm | Wettest month in the record; weather is unsettled | |
| November | 29°C | 19°C | 68 mm | Rain easing, forest still green; pleasant | |
| December | 28°C | 17°C | 13 mm | Cool, dry and clear; busy over holidays |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kabini seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool mornings, dry; good game viewing
- February: Dry and warming; reliable safaris
- November: Rain easing, forest still green; pleasant
- December: Cool, dry and clear; busy over holidays
Good, with small trade-offs: March, April and May
- March: Hot afternoons; water draws animals to the shore
- April: Hottest month; peak elephant viewing, first showers
- May: Humid, storms likely; backwaters at their best
Possible, with planning: June, July, August, September and October
- June: Monsoon begins; green but patchy sightings
- July: Wet and lush; fewer visitors
- August: Rain spells can disrupt drives and boats
- September: Wet, humid; quiet season
- October: Wettest month in the record; weather is unsettled
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kabini: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kabini?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Kabini, with March, April and May also good. The most comfortable months are November to February, when mornings are cool and rain is light. March to May are hotter, with afternoons around 33 to 34 degrees, but they are widely recommended for elephants gathering along the reservoir as the water recedes. From June to October the forest turns green and sightings are less reliable, and heavy rain spells can disrupt drives and boat rides. Older travellers will be most comfortable in the winter window, with rest through the middle of the day.
When does it rain most in Kabini?
October is the wettest month, with about 163 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 34°C.