The short answer
When to go to Pawapuri
October to March is the best window, with November to February the most comfortable for walking the causeway and visiting the temples. April to June is very hot, with daytime highs above 36 degrees and little shade, and July to September is hot and humid with heavy rain. Older travellers should avoid the summer months. Diwali, in October or November, is the main pilgrimage date and brings very large crowds, so pick another week for a calm visit.
Month by month
Pawapuri weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C | 9°C | 10 mm | Cool and dry; best for the causeway | |
| February | 26°C | 13°C | 13 mm | Pleasant and dry | |
| March | 32°C | 17°C | 9 mm | Warming up; go early | |
| April | 37°C | 22°C | 12 mm | Very hot; little shade | |
| May | 38°C | 25°C | 48 mm | Peak heat | |
| June | 36°C | 27°C | 162 mm | Hot, monsoon arrives | |
| July | 33°C | 27°C | 289 mm | Heavy monsoon rain | |
| August | 33°C | 27°C | 267 mm | Humid and wet | |
| September | 33°C | 26°C | 210 mm | Humid; rain easing late in month | |
| October | 32°C | 22°C | 50 mm | Dry again; Diwali crowds possible | |
| November | 29°C | 15°C | 5 mm | Comfortable; Diwali may fall here | |
| December | 24°C | 11°C | 5 mm | Cool and dry; mornings can be chilly |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Pawapuri seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool and dry; best for the causeway
- February: Pleasant and dry
- November: Comfortable; Diwali may fall here
- December: Cool and dry; mornings can be chilly
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming up; go early
- October: Dry again; Diwali crowds possible
Possible, with planning: September
- September: Humid; rain easing late in month
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June, July and August
- April: Very hot; little shade
- May: Peak heat
- June: Hot, monsoon arrives
- July: Heavy monsoon rain
- August: Humid and wet
Useful answers
Best time to visit Pawapuri: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Pawapuri?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Pawapuri, with March and October also good. October to March is the best window, with November to February the most comfortable for walking the causeway and visiting the temples. April to June is very hot, with daytime highs above 36 degrees and little shade, and July to September is hot and humid with heavy rain. Older travellers should avoid the summer months. Diwali, in October or November, is the main pilgrimage date and brings very large crowds, so pick another week for a calm visit.
Which months should I avoid in Pawapuri with elderly parents?
April, May, June, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; little shade Peak heat
When does it rain most in Pawapuri?
July is the wettest month, with about 289 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 38°C.