The short answer
When to go to Melukote
November to February is the most comfortable window: days are dry and mild, and mornings are pleasant for the climb to Yoga Narasimha. March and April warm up and bring the Vairamudi festival, which adds crowds. From May to October the rain, especially in October, makes the stone steps slippery. The figures come from Mysuru, about 50 km away and lower than Melukote's hill, so expect the hill to feel slightly cooler. Older travellers should start early and rest through midday.
Month by month
Melukote weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 16°C | 1 mm | Dry and clear; cool mornings on the hill | |
| February | 31°C | 17°C | 3 mm | Dry and pleasant for the steps | |
| March | 34°C | 19°C | 13 mm | Warming; festival season begins | |
| April | 34°C | 21°C | 85 mm | Hot with pre-monsoon showers; Vairamudi crowds | |
| May | 33°C | 21°C | 128 mm | Hot and showery; steps can turn slippery | |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 77 mm | Cooler, intermittent rain | |
| July | 29°C | 20°C | 84 mm | Damp and green; carry an umbrella | |
| August | 29°C | 20°C | 97 mm | Wet spells; take care on stone steps | |
| September | 30°C | 20°C | 102 mm | Regular rain but mild temperatures | |
| October | 29°C | 20°C | 163 mm | Wettest month at the reference station | |
| November | 29°C | 19°C | 68 mm | Rain tapering off; comfortable | |
| December | 28°C | 17°C | 13 mm | Dry, cool and comfortable |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Melukote seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry and clear; cool mornings on the hill
- February: Dry and pleasant for the steps
- December: Dry, cool and comfortable
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Warming; festival season begins
- November: Rain tapering off; comfortable
Possible, with planning: April, May, June, July, August, September and October
- April: Hot with pre-monsoon showers; Vairamudi crowds
- May: Hot and showery; steps can turn slippery
- June: Cooler, intermittent rain
- July: Damp and green; carry an umbrella
- August: Wet spells; take care on stone steps
- September: Regular rain but mild temperatures
- October: Wettest month at the reference station
Useful answers
Best time to visit Melukote: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Melukote?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Melukote, with March and November also good. November to February is the most comfortable window: days are dry and mild, and mornings are pleasant for the climb to Yoga Narasimha. March and April warm up and bring the Vairamudi festival, which adds crowds. From May to October the rain, especially in October, makes the stone steps slippery. The figures come from Mysuru, about 50 km away and lower than Melukote's hill, so expect the hill to feel slightly cooler. Older travellers should start early and rest through midday.
When does it rain most in Melukote?
October is the wettest month, with about 163 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 34°C.