Hyderabad Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Hyderabad has a tropical wet and dry climate. It experiences high temperatures throughout the year and relatively high drought. Due to the slightly higher elevation of the city, the mornings and evenings are cool. From March through June is summer and temperatures are high. Starting June the monsoon starts, lasting through September.
We recommend to visit Hyderabad from November until February.
Monthly Temperature in Hyderabad
In Hyderabad, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 40°C (104°F) in May to a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in the coolest month, December.
Nights vary from 28°C (82°F) in May to around 17°C (63°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Hyderabad
Generally, Hyderabad receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 801 mm (32 in) annually. The climate in Hyderabad shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in July, the wettest month, with an average of 178 mm (7 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Hyderabad Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Hyderabad
For those who appreciate different seasons, Hyderabad serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 9.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 4.5 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Hyderabad by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Hyderabad.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 69%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 28%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Hyderabad
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 5 m/s (10 knots). It is lower in January, February, March, November and December and higher in June. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Hyderabad 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Hyderabad
With its warm weather, Hyderabad experiences temperatures from 30°C (86°F) to 40°C (104°F) throughout the year. January, February, March, April, May, November and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that July and August make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
