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Maharashtra Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maharashtra, India in August.

Planning a getaway to Maharashtra, India this August 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 Maharashtra in August

Maharashtra, India is a region in India. August in Maharashtra generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Pānchgani at 26°C (79°F) to very warm in Chandrapur at 32°C (90°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Chandrapur and 21°C (70°F) in Pānchgani. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Maharashtra, India, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Daund with an average of 120 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Chiplūn with 840 mm (33 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Mumbai gets roughly 76 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Maharashtra by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Maharashtra — and find the best time to visit. (based on Mumbai)

Best Places to Visit in Maharashtra in August

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

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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 Maharashtra

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Maharashtra, India?

Temperature range in Maharashtra (August)

Precipitation variation in Maharashtra (August)

Mumbai

In August Mumbai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
76 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
597 mm (24 in)
432 mm (17 in)
294 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Pune

In August Pune generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
112 hours
110 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
278 mm (11 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Shirdi

In August Shirdi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
191 mm (7.5 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Lonavala

In August Lonavala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
112 hours
110 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
652 mm (26 in)
527 mm (21 in)
320 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Nagpur

In August Nagpur generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
117 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
384 mm (15 in)
341 mm (13 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Maharashtra in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mumbai 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 432 mm (17 in)
Pune 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)
Shirdi 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Lonavala 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 527 mm (21 in)
Nagpur 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 341 mm (13 in)
Kolhapur 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)

Maharashtra weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maharashtra, India in August?

Expect poor weather across Maharashtra, India in August. The popular destination of Mumbai averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Maharashtra, India in August?

Daytime temperatures in Mumbai peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in August, dropping to about 26°C (79°F) overnight.

Does Maharashtra, India get a lot of rain in August?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Mumbai records an average of 432 mm (17 in) in August, putting it among the wetter months for Maharashtra, India.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Maharashtra, India?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Maharashtra, India due to the typically poor weather in Mumbai.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and February offering mostly perfect weather in Mumbai. On the other hand, the weather in June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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