Bihar Weather in December

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

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Patna Bodh Gaya Darbhanga Rājgīr

Considering a trip to Bihar, India this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Bihar in December

Bihar, India is a region in India. December in Bihar generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Patna.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bihar, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

December is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 8 mm (0.3 in) in Patna.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Patna gets approximately 270 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Bihar by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bihar - and find the best time to visit. (based on Patna)

January24°C (75°F) February28°C (82°F) March34°C (93°F) April39°C (102°F) May40°C (104°F) June38°C (100°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November30°C (86°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bihar in December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Bihar, India?

Temperature range in Bihar (December)

Precipitation variation in Bihar (December)

Patna

In December Patna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
270 hours
279 hours
Monthly rainfall
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Patna →

Bodh Gaya

In December Bodh Gaya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
8 mm (0.3 in)
7.7 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Bodh Gaya →

Darbhanga

In December Darbhanga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
4.5 mm (0.2 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Darbhanga →

Rājgīr

In December Rājgīr generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Rājgīr →

Gaya

In December Gaya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Gaya →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Patna 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Bodh Gaya 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 7.7 mm (0.3 in)
Darbhanga 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Rājgīr 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Gaya 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 7.8 mm (0.3 in)
Bhāgalpur 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 7.2 mm (0.3 in)

Bihar weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Bihar, India generally has excellent weather conditions. Patna sees daytime temperatures near 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

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

Patna averages a daytime maximum of 26°C (79°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Bihar, India during December, with Patna averaging close to 8 mm (0.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Bihar, India?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Bihar, India. Typically, the climate in Patna is excellent. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

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

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