The short answer
When to go to Haridwar
October–November and February–March are the most comfortable months, with mild days and manageable crowds. Avoid April to September: summer heat is intense from April to June, and the monsoon (July–September) brings the heaviest rain and higher river levels. For seniors, the ghat steps are already demanding, so dry, cooler months make a real difference to comfort and safety.
Month by month
Haridwar weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 7°C | 72 mm | Cool nights, comfortable days | |
| February | 22°C | 9°C | 76 mm | Mild and comfortable | |
| March | 27°C | 13°C | 78 mm | Warming but pleasant | |
| April | 33°C | 18°C | 55 mm | Hot by midday | |
| May | 36°C | 21°C | 113 mm | Very hot ahead of the monsoon | |
| June | 34°C | 23°C | 296 mm | Hot with rain building | |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 599 mm | Heaviest monsoon rain; river levels rise | |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 568 mm | Rain remains very heavy | |
| September | 30°C | 21°C | 301 mm | Still substantial rain | |
| October | 29°C | 17°C | 102 mm | Dry and pleasant again | |
| November | 26°C | 11°C | 23 mm | Clear, cool and dry | |
| December | 22°C | 8°C | 91 mm | Cool with occasional winter rain |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Haridwar seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: February, March, October and November
- February: Mild and comfortable
- March: Warming but pleasant
- October: Dry and pleasant again
- November: Clear, cool and dry
Good, with small trade-offs: January and December
- January: Cool nights, comfortable days
- December: Cool with occasional winter rain
Possible, with planning: April
- April: Hot by midday
Best avoided with parents or children: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Very hot ahead of the monsoon
- June: Hot with rain building
- July: Heaviest monsoon rain; river levels rise
- August: Rain remains very heavy
- September: Still substantial rain
Useful answers
Best time to visit Haridwar: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Haridwar?
February, March, October and November are the best months to visit Haridwar, with January and December also good. October–November and February–March are the most comfortable months, with mild days and manageable crowds. Avoid April to September: summer heat is intense from April to June, and the monsoon (July–September) brings the heaviest rain and higher river levels. For seniors, the ghat steps are already demanding, so dry, cooler months make a real difference to comfort and safety.
Which months should I avoid in Haridwar with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot ahead of the monsoon Hot with rain building
When does it rain most in Haridwar?
July is the wettest month, with about 599 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 36°C.