- Temperature
- 21.4–28°C
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: climatestotravel.com, en.climate-data.org
Good to know
Good to Know
- Best time to visit: October-February for cool, dry, sunny weather and peak cultural events
- April is hottest month but summer overall is mild compared to other Indian cities
- Monsoon rains (June-October) are sporadic and fast, typically 2-3 hours per day, not all-day downpours
- Winter nights can get chilly (10-15°C (50–59°F)); bring layers for mornings and evenings
- December can be notably cooler; prepare for crisp, cool weather
- May marks transition to monsoon with temperature drop and increased showers
- Humidity is manageable year-round due to altitude; highest (79%) during July-September monsoon
- Mosquitoes are more prevalent during monsoon season - pack repellent
- Summers are quieter with fewer crowds and cheaper flights/hotels if you can tolerate heat
- No snowfall; despite name, Snow City is an indoor snow park, not natural snow
Seasons
November to February
- Season Name
- Winter (Cool & Dry)
- Classification
- Best months
Rainfall Mm
- Max
- 54
- Min
- 2
Characteristics
- Coolest, most pleasant season
- Minimal rainfall, dry weather
- Peak tourist season October-February
- Clear skies, abundant sunshine
- Comfortable humidity 60-68%
Temperature Day Celsius
- Max
- 29
- Min
- 14
Temperature Night Celsius
- Max
- 18
- Min
- 10
Temperature Day Fahrenheit
- Max
- 84
- Min
- 57
Temperature Night Fahrenheit
- Max
- 64
- Min
- 50
March to May
- Season Name
- Summer (Hot & Pre-Monsoon)
- Classification
- Challenging months
Rainfall Mm
- Max
- 110
- Min
- 7
Characteristics
- April is hottest month (record 39.2°C (103°F))
- Hot and dry in March-April, occasional showers in May
- May brings pre-monsoon rainfall increase
- Fewer tourists, lower accommodation prices
- Intense midday sun but pleasant evenings
Temperature Day Celsius
- Max
- 36
- Min
- 25
Temperature Night Celsius
- Max
- 22
- Min
- 19
Temperature Day Fahrenheit
- Max
- 97
- Min
- 77
Temperature Night Fahrenheit
- Max
- 72
- Min
- 66
June to October
- Season Name
- Monsoon (Rainy & Cool)
- Classification
- Moderate months
Rainfall Mm
- Max
- 241
- Min
- 60
Characteristics
- June-July: lighter rainfall (discharged on Western Ghats)
- September-October: peak rainfall (150-241mm monthly)
- Heavy, frequent showers but typically brief (2-3 hours/day)
- City becomes lush and green
- Humidity up to 79%, comfortable overall temperatures
- Budget-friendly travel season with fewer crowds
- Risk of waterlogging in some areas
- Mosquitoes prevalent - carry repellent
Temperature Day Celsius
- Max
- 33
- Min
- 19
Temperature Night Celsius
- Max
- 26
- Min
- 19
Temperature Day Fahrenheit
- Max
- 91
- Min
- 66
Temperature Night Fahrenheit
- Max
- 79
- Min
- 66
Peak Vs Offpeak
Peak Season
- Months
- October to February
- Tourism Level
- High - expect crowds and premium prices
- Reason
- Cool, pleasant, dry weather; festival season
Off Peak Season
- Months
- March to May and June to September
- Tourism Level
- Low - budget-friendly accommodation and flights
- Reason
- Hot/rainy conditions; fewer tourists
Yearly Patterns
- Snowfall
- None - Bangalore does not experience snowfall
- Driest Month
- January
- Coldest Month
- December
- Hottest Month
- April
- Wettest Month
- September
- Annual Rainfall Mm
- 960
- Annual Sunshine Hours
- 2365
- Coldest Avg Temp Celsius
- 21.4
- Driest Month Rainfall Mm
- 2
- Hottest Avg Temp Celsius
- 28
- Wettest Month Rainfall Mm
- 241
- Coldest Avg Temp Fahrenheit
- 71
- Hottest Avg Temp Fahrenheit
- 82
- Lowest Min Temp On Record Celsius
- 8.8
- Highest Max Temp On Record Celsius
- 39.2
- Lowest Min Temp On Record Fahrenheit
- 48
- Highest Max Temp On Record Fahrenheit
- 103
Climate Influences
- Elevation
- 920 meters above sea level on Deccan Plateau
- Elevation Impact
- Cooler, more temperate climate than coastal or lowland Indian cities
- Tropical Cyclone Risk
- Minimal - city is inland; occasionally brings heavy rainfall mid-October to December
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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