The short answer
When to go to Shravasti
October to February is the best window, with November to January most comfortable for walking the excavation site. March to May is hot, and July to September brings heavy monsoon rain. Shravasti has no weather station of its own, so figures are drawn from Gorakhpur, the nearest city with a detailed long-term climate record, though it sits somewhat further from the site than the local towns of Gonda or Balrampur.
Month by month
Shravasti weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 9°C | 15 mm | Cool, dry and comfortable | |
| February | 26°C | 12°C | 16 mm | Mild and pleasant | |
| March | 32°C | 16°C | 8 mm | Warming quickly; visit the site early | |
| April | 37°C | 21°C | 11 mm | Very hot | |
| May | 38°C | 25°C | 46 mm | Extreme heat; among the hottest months | |
| June | 36°C | 26°C | 188 mm | Still hot as the monsoon arrives | |
| July | 33°C | 26°C | 354 mm | Heavy monsoon rain | |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 331 mm | Still wet and humid | |
| September | 33°C | 25°C | 221 mm | Rain easing but humidity lingers | |
| October | 32°C | 21°C | 48 mm | Clearing skies, still warm by day | |
| November | 29°C | 15°C | 1 mm | Dry, mild and comfortable | |
| December | 24°C | 10°C | 4 mm | Cool and clear; ideal for the excavation site |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Shravasti seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February, November and December
- January: Cool, dry and comfortable
- February: Mild and pleasant
- November: Dry, mild and comfortable
- December: Cool and clear; ideal for the excavation site
Good, with small trade-offs: March and October
- March: Warming quickly; visit the site early
- October: Clearing skies, still warm by day
Possible, with planning: June and September
- June: Still hot as the monsoon arrives
- September: Rain easing but humidity lingers
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May, July and August
- April: Very hot
- May: Extreme heat; among the hottest months
- July: Heavy monsoon rain
- August: Still wet and humid
Useful answers
Best time to visit Shravasti: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Shravasti?
January, February, November and December are the best months to visit Shravasti, with March and October also good. October to February is the best window, with November to January most comfortable for walking the excavation site. March to May is hot, and July to September brings heavy monsoon rain. Shravasti has no weather station of its own, so figures are drawn from Gorakhpur, the nearest city with a detailed long-term climate record, though it sits somewhat further from the site than the local towns of Gonda or Balrampur.
Which months should I avoid in Shravasti with elderly parents?
April, May, July and August are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot Extreme heat; among the hottest months
When does it rain most in Shravasti?
July is the wettest month, with about 354 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 38°C.