Uttar Pradesh in India sees its peak temperatures in May (41°C (106°F)) and its coolest in January (23°C (73°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Varanasi, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in Uttar Pradesh during January and December is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 24°C (75°F) to 26°C (79°F).
April, May and June are generally the hottest months of the year.
Precipitation in Uttar Pradesh varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 308 mm (12 in) of rain, while November stays relatively dry with 6 mm (0.2 in). The region experiences its rainy season during July and August, when monthly rainfall can range from 261 mm (10 in) to 308 mm (12 in). Rainfall in January, February, March, April, May, November and December is at its lowest, remaining under 18 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.
