The short answer
When to go to Machilipatnam
The best window is November to February, when days are warm and mostly dry and the nights are comfortable. March is hot but almost rainless; April to June is hot and humid, and October is the wettest month with cyclone risk on the Andhra coast. Older travellers should schedule outdoor visits for the first hours after sunrise and rest in the afternoon, especially from March onwards.
Month by month
Machilipatnam weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 20°C | 7 mm | Warm, dry and clear; best for sightseeing | |
| February | 31°C | 21°C | 12 mm | Dry and still manageable by day | |
| March | 34°C | 24°C | 1 mm | Hot but almost rainless; go early | |
| April | 35°C | 26°C | 9 mm | Hot and humid; midday outings are tiring | |
| May | 38°C | 28°C | 43 mm | Peak heat; pre-monsoon showers | |
| June | 37°C | 28°C | 124 mm | Hot, humid, monsoon begins | |
| July | 34°C | 26°C | 183 mm | Humid with frequent rain | |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 173 mm | Humid, showers likely | |
| September | 33°C | 26°C | 184 mm | Humid; rain and storms possible | |
| October | 32°C | 25°C | 208 mm | Wettest month; cyclone season risk | |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 114 mm | Cooler but showers linger; cyclone risk | |
| December | 30°C | 21°C | 15 mm | Dry and the most comfortable month |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Machilipatnam seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Warm, dry and clear; best for sightseeing
- February: Dry and still manageable by day
- December: Dry and the most comfortable month
Good, with small trade-offs: March
- March: Hot but almost rainless; go early
Possible, with planning: July, August, September and November
- July: Humid with frequent rain
- August: Humid, showers likely
- September: Humid; rain and storms possible
- November: Cooler but showers linger; cyclone risk
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June and October
- April: Hot and humid; midday outings are tiring
- May: Peak heat; pre-monsoon showers
- June: Hot, humid, monsoon begins
- October: Wettest month; cyclone season risk
Useful answers
Best time to visit Machilipatnam: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Machilipatnam?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Machilipatnam, with March also good. The best window is November to February, when days are warm and mostly dry and the nights are comfortable. March is hot but almost rainless; April to June is hot and humid, and October is the wettest month with cyclone risk on the Andhra coast. Older travellers should schedule outdoor visits for the first hours after sunrise and rest in the afternoon, especially from March onwards.
Which months should I avoid in Machilipatnam with elderly parents?
April, May, June and October are the months to avoid with older travellers. Hot and humid; midday outings are tiring Peak heat; pre-monsoon showers
When does it rain most in Machilipatnam?
October is the wettest month, with about 208 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 38°C.