The short answer
When to go to Hyderabad
November to February is the most comfortable stretch, with cool mornings and mild evenings well suited to exploring the old city and Golconda Fort. April and May bring genuinely hot conditions that are best avoided, while June to September add humidity and heavy monsoon rain on top of continued warmth. Whatever the month, plan one major sight in the morning and rest indoors through the early afternoon, since Hyderabad's heat is a bigger factor than its rainfall.
Month by month
Hyderabad weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 14°C | 9 mm | Cool mornings, warm pleasant days | |
| February | 32°C | 16°C | 10 mm | Mild and dry | |
| March | 35°C | 20°C | 12 mm | Warming, still manageable early in the day | |
| April | 38°C | 24°C | 27 mm | Very hot | |
| May | 39°C | 26°C | 35 mm | Peak summer heat | |
| June | 34°C | 24°C | 114 mm | Monsoon onset, humid but cooler than May | |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 162 mm | Monsoon rain, humid | |
| August | 30°C | 22°C | 204 mm | Heaviest monsoon rain | |
| September | 30°C | 22°C | 149 mm | Monsoon tapering, still humid | |
| October | 30°C | 20°C | 114 mm | Post-monsoon, pleasant | |
| November | 29°C | 16°C | 19 mm | Cool, dry and comfortable | |
| December | 28°C | 13°C | 5 mm | Coolest, driest month |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Hyderabad seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool mornings, warm pleasant days
- February: Mild and dry
- November: Cool, dry and comfortable
- December: Coolest, driest month
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming, still manageable early in the day
- October: Post-monsoon, pleasant
Possible, with planning: June, July, August and September
- June: Monsoon onset, humid but cooler than May
- July: Monsoon rain, humid
- August: Heaviest monsoon rain
- September: Monsoon tapering, still humid
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Very hot
- May: Peak summer heat
Useful answers
Best time to visit Hyderabad: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Hyderabad?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Hyderabad, with March and October also good. November to February is the most comfortable stretch, with cool mornings and mild evenings well suited to exploring the old city and Golconda Fort. April and May bring genuinely hot conditions that are best avoided, while June to September add humidity and heavy monsoon rain on top of continued warmth. Whatever the month, plan one major sight in the morning and rest indoors through the early afternoon, since Hyderabad's heat is a bigger factor than its rainfall.
Which months should I avoid in Hyderabad with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot Peak summer heat
When does it rain most in Hyderabad?
August is the wettest month, with about 204 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 39°C.