The short answer
When to go to Mysuru
Mysuru's elevation gives it one of the gentlest climates on this list, comfortable for most of the year, with December to February the coolest and driest and April to June the warmest. September and October coincide with the Dussehra festival, when the palace is beautifully lit but the city is thronged with visitors. Even the monsoon months from June to September bring only moderate rain here, so this is a forgiving destination for older travellers, provided the palace and Chamundi Hill visits are spread across mornings with a proper midday rest.
Month by month
Mysuru weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 16°C | 1 mm | Cool, dry and pleasant | |
| February | 31°C | 17°C | 3 mm | Warm days, cool nights | |
| March | 34°C | 19°C | 13 mm | Warming, still comfortable | |
| April | 34°C | 21°C | 85 mm | Hot, occasional showers | |
| May | 33°C | 21°C | 128 mm | Warm and humid | |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 77 mm | Mild, monsoon showers | |
| July | 29°C | 20°C | 84 mm | Mild, cloudy, gentle rain | |
| August | 29°C | 20°C | 97 mm | Mild, cloudy, gentle rain | |
| September | 30°C | 20°C | 102 mm | Mild, occasional showers | |
| October | 29°C | 20°C | 163 mm | Warm, Dussehra season brings crowds | |
| November | 29°C | 19°C | 68 mm | Cool, comfortable | |
| December | 28°C | 17°C | 13 mm | Cool, dry and clear |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Mysuru seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Cool, dry and pleasant
- February: Warm days, cool nights
- December: Cool, dry and clear
Good, with small trade-offs: March, October and November
- March: Warming, still comfortable
- October: Warm, Dussehra season brings crowds
- November: Cool, comfortable
Possible, with planning: April, May, June, July, August and September
- April: Hot, occasional showers
- May: Warm and humid
- June: Mild, monsoon showers
- July: Mild, cloudy, gentle rain
- August: Mild, cloudy, gentle rain
- September: Mild, occasional showers
Useful answers
Best time to visit Mysuru: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Mysuru?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Mysuru, with March, October and November also good. Mysuru's elevation gives it one of the gentlest climates on this list, comfortable for most of the year, with December to February the coolest and driest and April to June the warmest. September and October coincide with the Dussehra festival, when the palace is beautifully lit but the city is thronged with visitors. Even the monsoon months from June to September bring only moderate rain here, so this is a forgiving destination for older travellers, provided the palace and Chamundi Hill visits are spread across mornings with a proper midday rest.
When does it rain most in Mysuru?
October is the wettest month, with about 163 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is April, with average highs around 34°C.