Climate in Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh, India)

The graphs below show the monthly weather averages over the year.

Average day and night temperature

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures over the year. Show in Celsius

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Monthly hours of sunshine

The average monthly total hours of sunshine over the year

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Monthly precipitation

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, snow, hail etc. Show in Millimeter

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Monthly rainy days

The average number of days each month with rain, snow, hail etc.

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Average humidity

The mean monthly relative humidity over the year

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Weather Forecasts for Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh)

Wed   Nov 29
82°F | 59°F
NE 2 mph
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Thu   Nov 30
84°F | 63°F
N 4 mph
0.2 inches
broken clouds and  chance of rain

broken clouds and chance of rain

Fri   Dec 01
82°F | 63°F
NE 2 mph
0.1 inches
broken clouds and small chance of rain

broken clouds and small chance of rain

The best time of year to visit Varanasi in India

Varanasi has a humid subtropical climate. This is a very specific climate which often occurs in areas that are slightly higher up. The summers are very hot and wet. Winter months are fairly dry. It does get colder, but temperatures below freezing and snowfall are rare.

During the months of January and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20 degrees Celsius (68°F) and 26 degrees Celsius (79°F).

Other facts from our historical weather data:

  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Varanasi?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Varanasi?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 41°C (107°F) and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Varanasi?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 24°C (75°F).
  • Which is the wettest month in Varanasi?
    July tops the wettest month list with 308mm (12.1in) of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Varanasi?
    November is the driest month with 6mm (0.2in) of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Varanasi?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 303 hours of sunshine.

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