The short answer
When to go to Kaziranga
November to April is the visiting season, with December to February the most comfortable for early-morning jeep and elephant safaris. The park closes to visitors for roughly May to September as the monsoon floods the Brahmaputra plains, submerging much of the western range, so travel to Kaziranga in these months is not worthwhile. October is a transitional month as the park reopens, though trails can still be wet. Safari days start before dawn, so pace yourself with a long rest in the afternoon, and note that medical facilities near the park itself are basic.
Month by month
Kaziranga weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 10°C | 8 mm | Cool, dry and clear; the best month for jeep and elephant safaris | |
| February | 26°C | 12°C | 23 mm | Comfortable and dry; excellent visibility for wildlife | |
| March | 28°C | 16°C | 62 mm | Warming up; still good safari conditions | |
| April | 29°C | 19°C | 177 mm | Warmer, with rain building later in the month | |
| May | 30°C | 22°C | 281 mm | Park largely closes as monsoon floods rise | |
| June | 32°C | 25°C | 310 mm | Park closed for safaris; the plains are underwater | |
| July | 33°C | 26°C | 396 mm | Park remains closed through peak monsoon flooding | |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 287 mm | Still closed; roughly three-quarters of the park floods | |
| September | 32°C | 25°C | 246 mm | Park typically still closed as water levels stay high | |
| October | 31°C | 22°C | 102 mm | Park reopens gradually; trails can still be muddy | |
| November | 28°C | 16°C | 11 mm | Dry and clear; safaris resume in full | |
| December | 25°C | 11°C | 17 mm | Cool, dry and clear; a favoured month for sightings |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kaziranga seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Cool, dry and clear; the best month for jeep and elephant safaris
- February: Comfortable and dry; excellent visibility for wildlife
- December: Cool, dry and clear; a favoured month for sightings
Good, with small trade-offs: March, April and November
- March: Warming up; still good safari conditions
- April: Warmer, with rain building later in the month
- November: Dry and clear; safaris resume in full
Possible, with planning: October
- October: Park reopens gradually; trails can still be muddy
Closed or largely inaccessible: May, June, July, August and September
- May: Park largely closes as monsoon floods rise
- June: Park closed for safaris; the plains are underwater
- July: Park remains closed through peak monsoon flooding
- August: Still closed; roughly three-quarters of the park floods
- September: Park typically still closed as water levels stay high
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kaziranga: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kaziranga?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Kaziranga, with March, April and November also good. November to April is the visiting season, with December to February the most comfortable for early-morning jeep and elephant safaris. The park closes to visitors for roughly May to September as the monsoon floods the Brahmaputra plains, submerging much of the western range, so travel to Kaziranga in these months is not worthwhile. October is a transitional month as the park reopens, though trails can still be wet. Safari days start before dawn, so pace yourself with a long rest in the afternoon, and note that medical facilities near the park itself are basic.
Which months should I avoid in Kaziranga with elderly parents?
May, June, July, August and September are the months to avoid with older travellers. Park largely closes as monsoon floods rise Park closed for safaris; the plains are underwater
When does it rain most in Kaziranga?
July is the wettest month, with about 396 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is August, with average highs around 33°C.