The short answer
When to go to Vijayawada
November to January offers the most comfortable daytime temperatures, with October and February close behind, making this the best window for the Kanaka Durga Temple and the Undavalli Caves. March to June turns very hot, peaking above 40°C in May, and is best avoided for extended walking; July to September brings monsoon humidity on top of continued warmth. An afternoon rest is essential in the hotter months, and vehicle access to the temple base helps limit the amount of climbing needed.
Month by month
Vijayawada weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 19°C | 6 mm | Cool mornings, comfortable days | |
| February | 33°C | 20°C | 10 mm | Warming, still pleasant | |
| March | 36°C | 23°C | 11 mm | Hot | |
| April | 38°C | 25°C | 17 mm | Very hot | |
| May | 40°C | 27°C | 63 mm | Hottest month, early monsoon showers | |
| June | 37°C | 27°C | 138 mm | Hot, monsoon arriving | |
| July | 34°C | 25°C | 208 mm | Monsoon rain, humid | |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 181 mm | Monsoon continues | |
| September | 33°C | 25°C | 170 mm | Monsoon tapering, still humid | |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 151 mm | Post-monsoon, warm and pleasant | |
| November | 31°C | 21°C | 61 mm | Comfortable, dry | |
| December | 30°C | 19°C | 17 mm | Cool, dry and comfortable |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Vijayawada seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, November and December
- January: Cool mornings, comfortable days
- November: Comfortable, dry
- December: Cool, dry and comfortable
Good, with small trade-offs: February and October
- February: Warming, still pleasant
- October: Post-monsoon, warm and pleasant
Possible, with planning: March, June, July, August and September
- March: Hot
- June: Hot, monsoon arriving
- July: Monsoon rain, humid
- August: Monsoon continues
- September: Monsoon tapering, still humid
Best avoided with parents or children: April and May
- April: Very hot
- May: Hottest month, early monsoon showers
Useful answers
Best time to visit Vijayawada: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Vijayawada?
January, November and December are the best months to visit Vijayawada, with February and October also good. November to January offers the most comfortable daytime temperatures, with October and February close behind, making this the best window for the Kanaka Durga Temple and the Undavalli Caves. March to June turns very hot, peaking above 40°C in May, and is best avoided for extended walking; July to September brings monsoon humidity on top of continued warmth. An afternoon rest is essential in the hotter months, and vehicle access to the temple base helps limit the amount of climbing needed.
Which months should I avoid in Vijayawada with elderly parents?
April and May are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot Hottest month, early monsoon showers
When does it rain most in Vijayawada?
July is the wettest month, with about 208 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 40°C.