Puri Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Puri, Orissa, India, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 31°C (88°F). May is the warmest month at 34°C (93°F), while January is the coolest at 28°C (82°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1630 mm (64 in) per year. July is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences distinct dry (December to April) and wet (June to October) seasons. The sunniest month is December, with 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Puri
The temperature in Puri remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in May, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 28°C (82°F) in May to around 19°C (66°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Puri
Puri has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1630 mm (64 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 366 mm (14 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 13 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Puri 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 Puri
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Puri. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.5 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Puri by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Puri.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 85%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Puri 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Puri
Puri has warm weather with temperatures ranging from 28°C (82°F) to 34°C (93°F) throughout the year. The best time to visit is during January, February, March, April, May, November and December, when rainfall is at its lowest, making it a great time for sightseeing and exploring all the place has to offer.For a more comfortable experience, start your day early when the weather is cooler, or take advantage of the gentle breezes in the late afternoon.
The rainy season occurs during June, July, August, September and October, when the area experiences its heaviest rainfall. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
