The short answer
- Month
- April
- Verdict
- Hot
- North (Delhi, Rajasthan)
- Hot, often 36 to 40°C
- South (Kerala, Goa)
- Hot and humid, pre monsoon showers in Kerala
- Crowds and prices
- Quiet on the plains
April brings real heat to the northern plains. Sightseeing in Delhi, Agra and Rajasthan is still possible, but best done at dawn and late afternoon.
It is, however, one of the best months for tigers, and for escaping to the cool hills of the Himalaya.
Where to go in April
- Tiger reserves: Excellent sightings as tigers visit waterholes. See our tiger safari guide.
- Darjeeling and Sikkim: Rhododendrons in bloom and clear mountain views.
- Himachal and Uttarakhand: Hill stations and the start of the trekking season.
What to avoid in April
- Long days of sightseeing on the plains in the afternoon heat.
- Goa and Kerala if you want the calm, dry season: humidity is building.
Festivals in April
- Baisakhi (13 or 14 April): The Punjabi harvest festival, celebrated at the Golden Temple in Amritsar.
Weather in April
Average highs, lows and rainfall, with April highlighted. Compare it with the months either side if your dates are flexible.
Average daily high / low and monthly rainfall
| Month | DelhiAgra is similar | Jaipurmost of Rajasthan | Varanasi | KochiKerala coast | Goa | LehLadakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20° / 8°19 mm | 22° / 8°8 mm | 23° / 9°18 mm | 32° / 23°20 mm | 32° / 20°1 mm | -2° / -14°10 mm |
| Feb | 24° / 11°21 mm | 26° / 11°7 mm | 27° / 12°18 mm | 32° / 24°25 mm | 32° / 21°0 mm | 1° / -12°8 mm |
| Mar | 30° / 15°17 mm | 32° / 16°4 mm | 33° / 17°9 mm | 33° / 25°40 mm | 32° / 23°1 mm | 6° / -6°10 mm |
| Apr | 36° / 21°16 mm | 37° / 22°5 mm | 39° / 22°6 mm | 33° / 26°130 mm | 33° / 25°10 mm | 12° / -1°7 mm |
| May | 40° / 26°30 mm | 40° / 26°15 mm | 40° / 26°15 mm | 32° / 26°330 mm | 33° / 27°100 mm | 17° / 3°7 mm |
| Jun | 39° / 28°74 mm | 39° / 27°60 mm | 38° / 28°105 mm | 29° / 24°750 mm | 30° / 25°900 mm | 22° / 7°4 mm |
| Jul | 35° / 28°210 mm | 34° / 26°190 mm | 33° / 27°290 mm | 29° / 24°600 mm | 29° / 24°1000 mm | 25° / 11°15 mm |
| Aug | 34° / 27°225 mm | 32° / 25°200 mm | 32° / 26°300 mm | 29° / 24°380 mm | 29° / 24°600 mm | 24° / 10°15 mm |
| Sep | 34° / 25°125 mm | 33° / 24°80 mm | 32° / 25°230 mm | 30° / 24°300 mm | 30° / 24°270 mm | 21° / 6°9 mm |
| Oct | 33° / 19°15 mm | 33° / 19°15 mm | 32° / 21°40 mm | 30° / 24°340 mm | 32° / 24°120 mm | 14° / -1°4 mm |
| Nov | 28° / 13°6 mm | 29° / 13°4 mm | 29° / 14°10 mm | 31° / 24°170 mm | 33° / 23°30 mm | 7° / -7°3 mm |
| Dec | 22° / 9°8 mm | 24° / 9°3 mm | 25° / 10°5 mm | 32° / 23°40 mm | 33° / 21°5 mm | 1° / -11°5 mm |
Rounded long term averages. Blue shading marks the wetter months. Individual years can be hotter, colder or wetter.
A 9 day trip for April
Our suggestion for April: Delhi, Bandhavgarh or Ranthambore, Khajuraho and Agra. Every trip can be made private and changed to suit your dates.
Tip: Book the earliest safari slots and rest at your lodge in the middle of the day. Most safari lodges have pools.
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Frequently asked questions
Is April a good time to visit India?
For tigers and the Himalaya, yes. For the Golden Triangle and Rajasthan it is hot, so plan early starts and rest in the afternoon.
How hot is Delhi in April?
Daytime highs average around 36°C and can pass 40°C late in the month.
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