The short answer
When to go to Ayodhya
November to February is the most comfortable stretch, with cool, dry days that suit slow mornings at the ghats and temples. April to June turns extremely hot, with highs regularly above 40°C, and is best avoided by older travellers. July to September brings heavy monsoon rain that can make riverside steps slippery, so plan around it if possible.
Month by month
Ayodhya weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 12°C | 23 mm | Cool and dry, comfortable for temple visits | |
| February | 27°C | 14°C | 18 mm | Mild and pleasant | |
| March | 34°C | 20°C | 11 mm | Warming up, still manageable early and late in the day | |
| April | 40°C | 26°C | 8 mm | Very hot; midday heat is punishing | |
| May | 43°C | 31°C | 14 mm | Peak summer heat | |
| June | 41°C | 32°C | 113 mm | Hot and humid as monsoon builds | |
| July | 35°C | 29°C | 438 mm | Heavy monsoon rain; ghats and streets can flood | |
| August | 35°C | 27°C | 316 mm | Monsoon continues; humid but rain easing slightly | |
| September | 34°C | 26°C | 219 mm | Monsoon tapering, still humid | |
| October | 33°C | 24°C | 49 mm | Post-monsoon, clearing skies | |
| November | 30°C | 20°C | 0 mm | Dry, cool and clear | |
| December | 26°C | 15°C | 2 mm | Cool and comfortable |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Ayodhya seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool and dry, comfortable for temple visits
- February: Mild and pleasant
- November: Dry, cool and clear
- December: Cool and comfortable
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming up, still manageable early and late in the day
- October: Post-monsoon, clearing skies
Possible, with planning: August and September
- August: Monsoon continues; humid but rain easing slightly
- September: Monsoon tapering, still humid
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, June and July
- April: Very hot; midday heat is punishing
- May: Peak summer heat
- June: Hot and humid as monsoon builds
- July: Heavy monsoon rain; ghats and streets can flood
Useful answers
Best time to visit Ayodhya: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Ayodhya?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Ayodhya, with March and October also good. November to February is the most comfortable stretch, with cool, dry days that suit slow mornings at the ghats and temples. April to June turns extremely hot, with highs regularly above 40°C, and is best avoided by older travellers. July to September brings heavy monsoon rain that can make riverside steps slippery, so plan around it if possible.
Which months should I avoid in Ayodhya with elderly parents?
April, May, June and July are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; midday heat is punishing Peak summer heat
When does it rain most in Ayodhya?
July is the wettest month, with about 438 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 43°C.