Best time to visit India

The best time to visit India is Hot season (Mar–May) or Monsoon (Jun–Sep) or Post-monsoon (Oct–Oct), based on recorded weather, crowd and price levels. 4 seasons are compared below with their weather, crowds and prices so you can choose dates that suit your trip.

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Hot season
March – May
Very hot on the plains; hill stations and the Himalaya come into season.
Crowds: low
Prices: low
Monsoon
June – September
Heavy rain across most of the country; green landscapes in the south.
Crowds: low
Prices: low
Post-monsoon
October – October
Rain clearing, festivals beginning, comfortable temperatures.
Crowds: medium
Prices: medium
Cool season
November – February
The main travel window in the north and centre; cold at night.
Crowds: high
Prices: high

India best time to visit FAQ

What is the cheapest time to visit India?

Prices in India are recorded as lowest during Hot season (Mar–May) and Monsoon (Jun–Sep).

When is India least crowded?

Crowds in India are recorded as lowest during Hot season (Mar–May) and Monsoon (Jun–Sep).

When is peak season in India?

Peak crowds or prices in India are recorded during Cool season (Nov–Feb).