The short answer
When to go to Lepakshi
The best months are November to February, when days are mild by Rayalaseema standards and the stone courtyards are bearable. April and May are very hot, and the granite floors and the open Nandi platform become uncomfortable by late morning. September is the wettest month and the paving can be slippery. Figures here come from Anantapur, which is somewhat hotter than the Hindupur plateau, so expect Lepakshi to feel a little cooler. Older visitors should arrive early, wear shoes that slip on and off easily, and leave by lunch.
Month by month
Lepakshi weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 17°C | 3 mm | Dry and mild by Rayalaseema standards; ideal for the temple courtyards | |
| February | 35°C | 19°C | 1 mm | Dry and warming; go early and finish by late morning | |
| March | 38°C | 23°C | 5 mm | Hot afternoons; stone courtyards heat up fast | |
| April | 40°C | 26°C | 32 mm | Very hot; open granite courtyards are punishing at midday | |
| May | 39°C | 26°C | 64 mm | Peak heat with pre-monsoon storms | |
| June | 36°C | 25°C | 69 mm | Cloudier and a little cooler; humid and showery | |
| July | 34°C | 24°C | 69 mm | Warm, moderate rain; manageable with an umbrella | |
| August | 33°C | 24°C | 110 mm | Wet spells; paving can be slippery | |
| September | 33°C | 23°C | 139 mm | Wettest month; plan flexible mornings | |
| October | 32°C | 22°C | 113 mm | Showers fading; greener and more comfortable | |
| November | 31°C | 20°C | 50 mm | Cooler, with occasional rain; very pleasant | |
| December | 30°C | 17°C | 9 mm | Coolest and driest stretch; best for a long visit |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Lepakshi seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Dry and mild by Rayalaseema standards; ideal for the temple courtyards
- February: Dry and warming; go early and finish by late morning
- November: Cooler, with occasional rain; very pleasant
- December: Coolest and driest stretch; best for a long visit
Good, with small trade-offs: October
- October: Showers fading; greener and more comfortable
Possible, with planning: March, June, July, August and September
- March: Hot afternoons; stone courtyards heat up fast
- June: Cloudier and a little cooler; humid and showery
- July: Warm, moderate rain; manageable with an umbrella
- August: Wet spells; paving can be slippery
- September: Wettest month; plan flexible mornings
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Very hot; open granite courtyards are punishing at midday
- May: Peak heat with pre-monsoon storms
Useful answers
Best time to visit Lepakshi: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Lepakshi?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Lepakshi, with October also good. The best months are November to February, when days are mild by Rayalaseema standards and the stone courtyards are bearable. April and May are very hot, and the granite floors and the open Nandi platform become uncomfortable by late morning. September is the wettest month and the paving can be slippery. Figures here come from Anantapur, which is somewhat hotter than the Hindupur plateau, so expect Lepakshi to feel a little cooler. Older visitors should arrive early, wear shoes that slip on and off easily, and leave by lunch.
Which months should I avoid in Lepakshi with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; open granite courtyards are punishing at midday Peak heat with pre-monsoon storms
When does it rain most in Lepakshi?
September is the wettest month, with about 139 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 40°C.