Maharashtra is one of several regions in India, with temperatures that range from 28°C (82°F) in January to 32°C (90°F) during the peak of May. We've based our full climate overview on data from Mumbai, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
Year-round, Maharashtra, especially Mumbai, sees high temperatures, with maximum averages consistently above 28°C (82°F).
April, May and October are generally the hottest months of the year.
Precipitation in Maharashtra varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 597 mm (24 in) of rain, while April stays relatively dry with 0 mm (0 in). The region experiences its rainy season during June, July, August and September, when monthly rainfall can range from 293 mm (12 in) to 597 mm (24 in). Rainfall in January, February, March, April, May, November and December is at its lowest, remaining under 19 mm (0.7 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.
