Town in Bihar, India
Bodh Gaya weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bodh Gaya
Nov–Feb is cool and busiest, with Tibetan teachings in Dec–Jan. Apr–Jun is above 42°C; Jul–Sep is humid and rainy.
Bodh Gaya weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan24°15 mm
- Feb29°15 mm
- Mar35°14 mm
- Apr40°14 mm
- May42°44 mm
- Jun39°170 mm
- Jul33°297 mm
- Aug32°268 mm
- Sep31°191 mm
- Oct30°61 mm
- Nov27°4 mm
- Dec24°4 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C75°F | 9°C49°F | 15 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| February | 29°C84°F | 13°C55°F | 15 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| March | 35°C95°F | 18°C65°F | 14 mm | 34% | Hot |
| April | 40°C105°F | 24°C75°F | 14 mm | 28% | Very hot |
| May | 42°C108°F | 28°C82°F | 44 mm | 34% | Very hot |
| June | 39°C102°F | 29°C84°F | 170 mm | 53% | Very hot |
| July | 33°C92°F | 26°C79°F | 297 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| August | 32°C90°F | 26°C78°F | 268 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| September | 31°C88°F | 24°C76°F | 191 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 30°C86°F | 20°C69°F | 61 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 27°C81°F | 15°C59°F | 4 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| December | 24°C75°F | 10°C51°F | 4 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Bodh Gaya | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bodh Gaya?
Nov–Feb. Nov–Feb is cool and busiest, with Tibetan teachings in Dec–Jan. Apr–Jun is above 42°C; Jul–Sep is humid and rainy.
When is the rainy season in Bodh Gaya?
Rain peaks in July with about 297 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Bodh Gaya?
May, with average highs of 42°C (108°F).
How cold does Bodh Gaya get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 9°C (49°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Bihar Tourism
- Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee
- Airports Authority of India: Gaya
- Indian Railways IRCTC
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.