Climate Insights for Bengaluru
Bangalore North, Karnataka, India
Climate Overview
The climate in Bengaluru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,049 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 190 mm of rainfall. Bengaluru is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Bengaluru is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 41.3 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 7.5 in of rainfall. Bengaluru is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, March, May. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 63°F.
Temperature
Bengaluru sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 34°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Bengaluru sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 92°F. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Bengaluru is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,049 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 87 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 190 mm of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4 mm. That's 186 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Bengaluru is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 41.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.4 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 7.5 in of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.2 in. That's 7.3 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Bengaluru is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 9km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.Bengaluru is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bengaluru is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 33 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bengaluru is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 73°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.3 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 92°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bengaluru based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bengaluru based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.