The short answer
When to go to Patan
The best window is November to February, when days are warm but dry and mornings are cool, which suits the open sites at Rani ki Vav, Modhera and Siddhpur. April to June is very hot, and July to September brings the heaviest rain, with muddy roads and humid days. For older travellers, October and March are workable if you start at dawn and rest through the afternoon. Check the dates of festivals such as the January dance festival at Modhera, which bring large crowds.
Month by month
Patan weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 10°C | 2 mm | Cool dry mornings; ideal for the stepwell | |
| February | 30°C | 13°C | 1 mm | Mild and dry; good for day trips | |
| March | 35°C | 18°C | 1 mm | Warming; go early | |
| April | 39°C | 23°C | 1 mm | Very hot; midday sightseeing is hard | |
| May | 41°C | 26°C | 4 mm | Peak heat; avoid | |
| June | 39°C | 27°C | 70 mm | Hot, pre-monsoon humidity | |
| July | 34°C | 26°C | 272 mm | Heaviest rain; roads and sites can be wet | |
| August | 32°C | 25°C | 180 mm | Humid with frequent downpours | |
| September | 34°C | 24°C | 122 mm | Rain easing; still humid and warm | |
| October | 37°C | 21°C | 15 mm | Dry again but afternoons are hot | |
| November | 33°C | 16°C | 2 mm | Dry and pleasant; one of the best months | |
| December | 29°C | 12°C | 1 mm | Cool and clear; ideal |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Patan seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool dry mornings; ideal for the stepwell
- February: Mild and dry; good for day trips
- November: Dry and pleasant; one of the best months
- December: Cool and clear; ideal
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming; go early
- October: Dry again but afternoons are hot
Possible, with planning: September
- September: Rain easing; still humid and warm
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July and August
- April: Very hot; midday sightseeing is hard
- May: Peak heat; avoid
- June: Hot, pre-monsoon humidity
- July: Heaviest rain; roads and sites can be wet
- August: Humid with frequent downpours
Useful answers
Best time to visit Patan: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Patan?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Patan, with March and October also good. The best window is November to February, when days are warm but dry and mornings are cool, which suits the open sites at Rani ki Vav, Modhera and Siddhpur. April to June is very hot, and July to September brings the heaviest rain, with muddy roads and humid days. For older travellers, October and March are workable if you start at dawn and rest through the afternoon. Check the dates of festivals such as the January dance festival at Modhera, which bring large crowds.
Which months should I avoid in Patan with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; midday sightseeing is hard Peak heat; avoid
When does it rain most in Patan?
July is the wettest month, with about 272 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 41°C.