Climate Insights for Challakere

Chitradurga, State of Karnataka, India
Hottest
April
39°C peak
Coldest
December
18°C low
Wettest
June
209mm rain
Best to Visit
January, September, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Challakere is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 544mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 209mm of rainfall. Challakere 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 December, January, November, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 19° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 37° Average: 30° Min: 24° Apr Max: 39° Average: 32° Min: 26° May Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 25° Jun Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Sep Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Nov Max: 32° Average: 25° Min: 20° Dec Max: 31° Average: 24° Min: 18°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Challakere vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 39°C and an average of 32°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 0mm May Precipitation: 34mm Jun Precipitation: 209mm Jul Precipitation: 151mm Aug Precipitation: 39mm Sep Precipitation: 65mm Oct Precipitation: 12mm Nov Precipitation: 7mm Dec Precipitation: 16mm
Precipitation

Challakere is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 544mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 209mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0mm. That's 209mm less than June, 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

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 3km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 5km/h Jul Wind Speed: 5km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 5km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 3km/h Dec Wind Speed: 3km/h
Wind Speed

Challakere is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/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 3km/h in winter, 3km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

63 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Challakere, which began on June 21, 2026. Challakere is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in April at around 39°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 24 to 39°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 34mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 399mm across the season with a monthly average of 133mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 18 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 27mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 24°
Feb 27°
Mar 30°
Apr 32°
May 30°
Jun 26°
Jul 25°
Aug 25°
Sep 25°
Oct 26°
Nov 25°
Dec 24°

The best time to visit Challakere is during January, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 31mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 39°C. 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 Challakere 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Mar
24 °C
37 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Apr
26 °C
39 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
36 °C
4 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Jun
23 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
209 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
22 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
151 mm
0 cm
Aug
22 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
29 °C
5 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Nov
20 °C
32 °C
3 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Dec
18 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
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