The short answer
When to go to Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)
October to March is the best time to visit, with November to February most comfortable for exploring Ajanta and Ellora, where stairs and uneven rock-cut floors are tiring in heat. April to June brings severe dry heat, often exceeding 40C, which is best avoided by older travellers; the July-September monsoon cools the air somewhat but adds humidity and can make cave paths slippery. A private car and driver is the easiest way to manage the distances and heat between sights.
Month by month
Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 15°C | 2 mm | Cool mornings, warm days; good for Ajanta and Ellora | |
| February | 34°C | 16°C | 2 mm | Comfortable and dry; a favoured month for the caves | |
| March | 38°C | 21°C | 11 mm | Warming quickly; mornings are still manageable | |
| April | 41°C | 26°C | 6 mm | Very hot and dry; cave floors and steps get punishing | |
| May | 43°C | 30°C | 18 mm | Peak heat, often above 40C; avoid outdoor walking | |
| June | 39°C | 27°C | 156 mm | Hot with early monsoon showers arriving | |
| July | 34°C | 23°C | 178 mm | Monsoon rain; caves are cooler but paths can be slippery | |
| August | 33°C | 23°C | 172 mm | Continued monsoon rain; greenery around the caves is lush | |
| September | 35°C | 23°C | 172 mm | Rain easing gradually through the month | |
| October | 37°C | 19°C | 68 mm | Warm days, cool evenings; season improves fast | |
| November | 35°C | 14°C | 18 mm | Comfortable and dry; ideal cave-touring weather | |
| December | 32°C | 12°C | 9 mm | Cool and dry; the best month for sightseeing |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool mornings, warm days; good for Ajanta and Ellora
- February: Comfortable and dry; a favoured month for the caves
- November: Comfortable and dry; ideal cave-touring weather
- December: Cool and dry; the best month for sightseeing
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming quickly; mornings are still manageable
- October: Warm days, cool evenings; season improves fast
Possible, with planning: June, July, August and September
- June: Hot with early monsoon showers arriving
- July: Monsoon rain; caves are cooler but paths can be slippery
- August: Continued monsoon rain; greenery around the caves is lush
- September: Rain easing gradually through the month
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Very hot and dry; cave floors and steps get punishing
- May: Peak heat, often above 40C; avoid outdoor walking
Useful answers
Best time to visit Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar): FAQs
What is the best month to visit Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), with March and October also good. October to March is the best time to visit, with November to February most comfortable for exploring Ajanta and Ellora, where stairs and uneven rock-cut floors are tiring in heat. April to June brings severe dry heat, often exceeding 40C, which is best avoided by older travellers; the July-September monsoon cools the air somewhat but adds humidity and can make cave paths slippery. A private car and driver is the easiest way to manage the distances and heat between sights.
Which months should I avoid in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot and dry; cave floors and steps get punishing Peak heat, often above 40C; avoid outdoor walking
When does it rain most in Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)?
July is the wettest month, with about 178 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 43°C.