The short answer
When to go to Murudeshwar
The best months are November to February, when the coast is dry and mornings are comfortable for the temple grounds and beach. March is still workable early in the day. April and May are hot and humid, and June to September is a heavy monsoon with rough seas that normally halt boat and diving trips. For parents, weekday mornings in December to February are the easiest: the grounds are level, the lift saves climbing, and you can rest at a hotel through the midday sun. Climate figures are from the nearby station at Honnavar.
Month by month
Murudeshwar weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C | 20°C | 0 mm | Dry and sunny; cool mornings suit the temple | |
| February | 33°C | 20°C | 0 mm | Dry and clear; Maha Shivaratri usually falls around now | |
| March | 33°C | 23°C | 4 mm | Warming and more humid; go early | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 16 mm | Hot and humid; short morning visits only | |
| May | 33°C | 26°C | 114 mm | Hot and sticky as pre-monsoon showers begin | |
| June | 30°C | 24°C | 996 mm | Monsoon onset; heavy rain and rough sea | |
| July | 29°C | 24°C | 1161 mm | Wettest month; sea activities usually suspended | |
| August | 29°C | 24°C | 815 mm | Heavy rain continues; falls at their fullest | |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 366 mm | Monsoon easing but still wet | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 216 mm | Showers fading; season begins | |
| November | 34°C | 23°C | 37 mm | Mostly dry, pleasant mornings | |
| December | 34°C | 22°C | 8 mm | Dry and comfortable; busy holiday weeks |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Murudeshwar seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry and sunny; cool mornings suit the temple
- February: Dry and clear; Maha Shivaratri usually falls around now
- December: Dry and comfortable; busy holiday weeks
Good, with small trade-offs: March and November
- March: Warming and more humid; go early
- November: Mostly dry, pleasant mornings
Possible, with planning: April, May and October
- April: Hot and humid; short morning visits only
- May: Hot and sticky as pre-monsoon showers begin
- October: Showers fading; season begins
Best avoided with parents or children: June, July, August and September
- June: Monsoon onset; heavy rain and rough sea
- July: Wettest month; sea activities usually suspended
- August: Heavy rain continues; falls at their fullest
- September: Monsoon easing but still wet
Useful answers
Best time to visit Murudeshwar: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Murudeshwar?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Murudeshwar, with March and November also good. The best months are November to February, when the coast is dry and mornings are comfortable for the temple grounds and beach. March is still workable early in the day. April and May are hot and humid, and June to September is a heavy monsoon with rough seas that normally halt boat and diving trips. For parents, weekday mornings in December to February are the easiest: the grounds are level, the lift saves climbing, and you can rest at a hotel through the midday sun. Climate figures are from the nearby station at Honnavar.
Which months should I avoid in Murudeshwar with elderly parents?
June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Monsoon onset; heavy rain and rough sea Wettest month; sea activities usually suspended
When does it rain most in Murudeshwar?
July is the wettest month, with about 1161 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is December, with average highs around 34°C.