The short answer
When to go to Kakinada
The best window is November to February, when days are warm but dry and the Coringa sanctuary sees migratory birds. March is workable if you keep to mornings. April to June is hot and humid, and October is the wettest month with cyclone risk from the Bay of Bengal. Older travellers should avoid the hot months and plan outings early in the day.
Month by month
Kakinada weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 20°C | 8 mm | Dry, warm days and cool nights: the easiest month for sightseeing. | |
| February | 31°C | 22°C | 9 mm | Dry and comfortable; good for the sanctuary and temples. | |
| March | 34°C | 24°C | 6 mm | Getting hot; keep outings to mornings. | |
| April | 36°C | 26°C | 22 mm | Hot and humid; midday outings are tiring. | |
| May | 38°C | 28°C | 53 mm | The hottest month, with pre-monsoon showers. | |
| June | 36°C | 27°C | 128 mm | Hot and humid as the monsoon sets in. | |
| July | 33°C | 26°C | 178 mm | Rainy and humid; boat trips may be cancelled. | |
| August | 32°C | 26°C | 156 mm | Rainy and humid but cooler than summer. | |
| September | 33°C | 26°C | 202 mm | Wet; roads and creeks can flood. | |
| October | 32°C | 25°C | 248 mm | Wettest month, with cyclone risk from the Bay of Bengal. | |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 104 mm | Rain eases; birds begin arriving at the sanctuary. | |
| December | 30°C | 20°C | 13 mm | Dry and pleasant; ideal for the sanctuary and temples. |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kakinada seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry, warm days and cool nights: the easiest month for sightseeing.
- February: Dry and comfortable; good for the sanctuary and temples.
- December: Dry and pleasant; ideal for the sanctuary and temples.
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Getting hot; keep outings to mornings.
- November: Rain eases; birds begin arriving at the sanctuary.
Possible, with planning: July, August and September
- July: Rainy and humid; boat trips may be cancelled.
- August: Rainy and humid but cooler than summer.
- September: Wet; roads and creeks can flood.
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June and October
- April: Hot and humid; midday outings are tiring.
- May: The hottest month, with pre-monsoon showers.
- June: Hot and humid as the monsoon sets in.
- October: Wettest month, with cyclone risk from the Bay of Bengal.
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kakinada: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kakinada?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Kakinada, with March and November also good. The best window is November to February, when days are warm but dry and the Coringa sanctuary sees migratory birds. March is workable if you keep to mornings. April to June is hot and humid, and October is the wettest month with cyclone risk from the Bay of Bengal. Older travellers should avoid the hot months and plan outings early in the day.
Which months should I avoid in Kakinada with elderly parents?
April, May, June and October are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hot and humid; midday outings are tiring. The hottest month, with pre-monsoon showers.
When does it rain most in Kakinada?
October is the wettest month, with about 248 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 38°C.