Bihar Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bihar, India in April.

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Patna Bodh Gaya Darbhanga Rājgīr

Planning a getaway to Bihar, India this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Bihar in April

Bihar, India is a region in India. April in Bihar generally has very hot temperatures, with low precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very hot and range from 38°C (100°F) in Bhāgalpur to 40°C (104°F) in Gaya. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Gaya and 24°C (75°F) in Bhāgalpur. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Bihar, India, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Gaya with an average of 10 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Bhāgalpur with 29 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Patna enjoys approximately 294 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Bihar in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bihar.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Bihar

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Bihar, India?

Temperature range in Bihar (April)

Precipitation variation in Bihar (April)

Patna

In April Patna generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
39°C (102°F)
40°C (104°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
276 hours
294 hours
322 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Patna →

Bodh Gaya

In April Bodh Gaya generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Bodh Gaya →

Darbhanga

In April Darbhanga generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C (102°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
39°C (102°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Darbhanga →

Rājgīr

In April Rājgīr generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Rājgīr →

Gaya

In April Gaya generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 40°C (104°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
40°C (104°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gaya →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bihar in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Patna 39°C (102°F) 24°C (75°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Bodh Gaya 40°C (104°F) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Darbhanga 39°C (102°F) 24°C (75°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Rājgīr 40°C (104°F) 24°C (75°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Gaya 40°C (104°F) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Bhāgalpur 38°C (100°F) 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Bihar weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bihar, India in April?

Bihar, India typically experiences poor weather in April, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Patna average around 39°C (102°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bihar, India in April?

Average temperatures in Bihar, India during April range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 39°C (102°F) in Patna.

Does Bihar, India get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Bihar, India. Patna averages only about 14 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Bihar, India?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Bihar, India due to the typically unpleasant weather in Patna.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and December offering mostly perfect weather in Patna. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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