The short answer
When to go to Kota
The best window is November to February, when days are mild, skies are clear and rain is rare, which suits the palace, museums, lakeside and the gorge. March and October are workable with early starts. April to June is severe, with May highs near 43 degrees Celsius, and July to August brings the heaviest rain. For older travellers, plan sightseeing before midday, rest in the afternoon and keep the gorge and village trips for the cooler months.
Month by month
Kota weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 11°C | 6 mm | Cool, dry days; the most comfortable month for sights | |
| February | 27°C | 14°C | 8 mm | Mild and dry; good for the palace, museum and gorge | |
| March | 33°C | 20°C | 3 mm | Warming fast; keep outdoor visits to mornings | |
| April | 39°C | 26°C | 8 mm | Very hot; afternoons are draining | |
| May | 43°C | 30°C | 10 mm | Peak heat, with nights barely cooler | |
| June | 40°C | 30°C | 80 mm | Hot and humid as the monsoon starts | |
| July | 34°C | 27°C | 297 mm | Heaviest rain; green and scenic but wet underfoot | |
| August | 32°C | 26°C | 270 mm | Wet and humid; short outings between showers | |
| September | 34°C | 26°C | 109 mm | Rains ease; still humid and muggy | |
| October | 35°C | 22°C | 19 mm | Dry again; warm days, pleasant evenings | |
| November | 30°C | 17°C | 4 mm | Clear, dry and mild; an excellent month | |
| December | 26°C | 13°C | 4 mm | Cool days, chilly mornings; carry a light layer |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kota seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool, dry days; the most comfortable month for sights
- February: Mild and dry; good for the palace, museum and gorge
- November: Clear, dry and mild; an excellent month
- December: Cool days, chilly mornings; carry a light layer
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming fast; keep outdoor visits to mornings
- October: Dry again; warm days, pleasant evenings
Possible, with planning: July, August and September
- July: Heaviest rain; green and scenic but wet underfoot
- August: Wet and humid; short outings between showers
- September: Rains ease; still humid and muggy
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May and June
- April: Very hot; afternoons are draining
- May: Peak heat, with nights barely cooler
- June: Hot and humid as the monsoon starts
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kota: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kota?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Kota, with March and October also good. The best window is November to February, when days are mild, skies are clear and rain is rare, which suits the palace, museums, lakeside and the gorge. March and October are workable with early starts. April to June is severe, with May highs near 43 degrees Celsius, and July to August brings the heaviest rain. For older travellers, plan sightseeing before midday, rest in the afternoon and keep the gorge and village trips for the cooler months.
Which months should I avoid in Kota with elderly parents?
April, May and June are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; afternoons are draining Peak heat, with nights barely cooler
When does it rain most in Kota?
July is the wettest month, with about 297 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 43°C.