Bihar Weather in September

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

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Patna Bodh Gaya Darbhanga Rājgīr

Thinking about venturing to Bihar, India this September and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Bihar in September

Bihar, India is a region in India. September in Bihar generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Patna. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in Bihar, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bodh Gaya with an average of 196 mm (7.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Darbhanga with 264 mm (10 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Patna sees close to 210 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Bihar in September

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

Temperature range in Bihar (September)

Precipitation variation in Bihar (September)

Patna

In September Patna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
210 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Patna →

Bodh Gaya

In September Bodh Gaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Bodh Gaya →

Darbhanga

In September Darbhanga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
314 mm (12 in)
264 mm (10 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Darbhanga →

Rājgīr

In September Rājgīr generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
263 mm (10 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Rājgīr →

Gaya

In September Gaya generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
257 mm (10 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
9 days
3 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
pleasant
Climate in Gaya →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Patna 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Bodh Gaya 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Darbhanga 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 264 mm (10 in)
Rājgīr 34°C (93°F) 26°C (79°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)
Gaya 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)
Bhāgalpur 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)

Bihar weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

In September, Bihar, India generally has poor weather conditions. Patna sees daytime temperatures near 34°C (93°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

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

Average temperatures in Bihar, India during September range from a nighttime low near 27°C (81°F) to a daytime high around 34°C (93°F) in Patna.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Patna records an average of 208 mm (8.2 in) in September, putting it among the wetter months for Bihar, India.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Bihar, India?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Patna, September may not be the ideal time to visit Bihar, India.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide perfect weather in Patna. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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