When to Visit Bengaluru

brings Bengaluru's most postcard-friendly conditions. Highs around 28°C (83°F), lows that can slip to 16°C (61°F) after dark, and almost no rain across the month. The city's parks look their best. Outdoor dining in neighborhoods like Indiranagar or Koramangala is comfortable well into the evening.

warms slightly. Highs reach 30°C (87°F), nights stay mild around 17°C (63°F). Remains one of the stronger months to visit Bengaluru. Rainfall is minimal at around 8mm. The city feels energetic without feeling overloaded.

is where the pre-monsoon warming begins to make itself felt. Highs climb to 33°C (92°F). While that's not extreme by Indian standards, afternoons can feel clammy enough to slow you down. Around 15mm of rain falls, often as isolated thunderstorms that build through the day and clear by evening. Crowds start thinning as the cool season ends. This makes Bengaluru's older neighborhoods and heritage sites more accessible.

is the peak of warmth, with highs reaching 34°C (93°F) and lows around 22°C (71°F). The 61mm of rainfall arrives mostly as dramatic afternoon thunderstorms that tend to clear quickly. These are pre-monsoon heat-release events rather than sustained downpours. Crowd levels are low. Indoor Bengaluru experiences like the palace and art galleries are appealing if you plan outdoor time for early morning.

stays warm at 33°C (91°F) highs as the pre-monsoon storms intensify and rainfall reaches 130mm. The evenings cool a little as cloud cover increases. This provides some relief from the heat. Mornings are generally clear before the clouds build. Front-loading outdoor plans pays off during this month.

marks the arrival of the southwest monsoon proper. Highs ease back to 29°C (85°F). The cloud cover does what air conditioning can't quite replicate. Bengaluru receives around 109mm of rain, mostly in afternoon and evening bursts. The city's tech districts and restaurant scene stay fully active regardless of the weather. Accommodation tends to be easier to find.

is steady monsoon territory. 28°C (82°F) highs, 20°C (68°F) lows, and around 117mm of rainfall. Bengaluru turns noticeably greener and the parks fill with flowering trees. Traffic becomes more chaotic than usual during heavy downpours. Building extra time into journeys is sensible.

deepens the wet season, with 163mm of rainfall making it one of the wetter months on the calendar. Highs stay around 28°C (82°F) and nights are comfortable at 20°C (68°F). The rain doesn't usually last all day. Mornings in Bengaluru often clear enough for outdoor plans. The heaviest falls arrive in the late afternoon and continue into evening.

is Bengaluru's wettest month by a clear margin, with around 208mm of rain. Temperatures stay moderate at highs around 28°C (83°F). Expect regular disruption from heavy evening storms. The surrounding countryside is at its most photogenic during this period. For travelers who don't mind an umbrella, the city's cultural calendar carries on undeterred.

Rain eases to 185mm. Yet remains hefty, as the northeast monsoon starts steering the weather pattern. Highs stay near 28°C (83°F), nights dip to 19°C (67°F), and Bengaluru inches toward the dry season. Shoulder season visitors arrive early. Crowds rise. Expect queues at breakfast.

October marks the pivot: rainfall tumbles to 64mm, highs steady at 27°C (81°F), and nights glide toward 18°C (64°F). The city exhales after the monsoon. Evening air turns gentle. Outdoor tables fill quickly. Crowds swell as cool season begins.

December ends the year crisp and dry. Highs hover at 26°C (80°F), lows can hit 16°C (61°F) under clear skies, and only 15mm of rain falls all month. MG Road and Brigade Road increase with Christmas shoppers. New Year fireworks light the sky. This is Bengaluru at its best.