Climate Overview
The climate in Honnavar is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2935mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 1198mm of rainfall. Honnavar is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, November, December. The coldest months are January, December, November, when temperatures can drop to 21°C.
Temperature
Honnavar sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 33°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Honnavar is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2935mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 245mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 1198mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 1mm. That's 1197mm 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
Honnavar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 1km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.
Seasons
63 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Honnavar, which began on June 21, 2026. Honnavar 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 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 87mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 24 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 2539mm across the season with a monthly average of 846mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 288mm for the season, averaging 96mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 21 to 33°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 21mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Honnavar 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.