The short answer
When to go to Nrusinghanath
November to February is the best window, with dry, mild days that suit both the temple and the walk up the stream. October is green with strong falls but can still be humid, and early March is workable if you start early. April to June is very hot, and the Nrusingha Chaturdashi fair usually falls in this period, so expect heat and crowds together. July to September brings heavy rain, slippery steps and swollen streams. The figures shown are India Meteorological Department normals for Balangir, the nearest station with published data, on the far side of the Gandhamardan range; the forest by the stream is a little cooler.
Month by month
Nrusinghanath weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 11°C | 4 mm | Cool, dry and clear; good for the hill walk | |
| February | 32°C | 14°C | 17 mm | Pleasant mornings, warm afternoons | |
| March | 37°C | 18°C | 8 mm | Getting hot; walk early | |
| April | 41°C | 23°C | 28 mm | Very hot; fair season may fall now | |
| May | 42°C | 23°C | 51 mm | Peak heat; fair crowds if it falls now | |
| June | 37°C | 22°C | 176 mm | Monsoon arrives; humid | |
| July | 32°C | 21°C | 419 mm | Heavy rain; slippery steps and swollen streams | |
| August | 31°C | 21°C | 447 mm | Wettest month; hill path unsafe | |
| September | 32°C | 21°C | 241 mm | Falls at their fullest; still wet | |
| October | 32°C | 20°C | 56 mm | Green hills and strong streams | |
| November | 30°C | 15°C | 7 mm | Dry and comfortable | |
| December | 27°C | 11°C | 3 mm | Cool mornings, clear days |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Nrusinghanath seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool, dry and clear; good for the hill walk
- February: Pleasant mornings, warm afternoons
- November: Dry and comfortable
- December: Cool mornings, clear days
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Getting hot; walk early
- October: Green hills and strong streams
Possible, with planning: June and September
- June: Monsoon arrives; humid
- September: Falls at their fullest; still wet
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, July and August
- April: Very hot; fair season may fall now
- May: Peak heat; fair crowds if it falls now
- July: Heavy rain; slippery steps and swollen streams
- August: Wettest month; hill path unsafe
Useful answers
Best time to visit Nrusinghanath: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Nrusinghanath?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Nrusinghanath, with March and October also good. November to February is the best window, with dry, mild days that suit both the temple and the walk up the stream. October is green with strong falls but can still be humid, and early March is workable if you start early. April to June is very hot, and the Nrusingha Chaturdashi fair usually falls in this period, so expect heat and crowds together. July to September brings heavy rain, slippery steps and swollen streams. The figures shown are India Meteorological Department normals for Balangir, the nearest station with published data, on the far side of the Gandhamardan range; the forest by the stream is a little cooler.
Which months should I avoid in Nrusinghanath with elderly parents?
April, May, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; fair season may fall now Peak heat; fair crowds if it falls now
When does it rain most in Nrusinghanath?
August is the wettest month, with about 447 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 42°C.