The short answer
- Month
- August
- Verdict
- Monsoon
- North (Delhi, Rajasthan)
- Monsoon showers, humid, around 34°C
- South (Kerala, Goa)
- Rain easing in Kerala late in the month
- Crowds and prices
- Low season
August is the heart of the monsoon in the north, with rain easing in Kerala towards the end of the month.
It is a good month for Ladakh, for a green and relaxed Kerala, and for travellers who prefer low prices and quiet monuments.
Where to go in August
- Ladakh: Warm days and the best weather of the year.
- Kerala: Lush tea hills in Munnar and Onam celebrations in some years.
- Golden Triangle on a budget: Low prices and few crowds, between showers.
What to avoid in August
- Tiger reserves (core zones closed).
- The Himalayan hill stations, where landslides close roads.
Festivals in August
- Independence Day (15 August): Flag raising at the Red Fort in Delhi and kites over the old city.
- Onam, Kerala: Kerala's harvest festival, in August or September, with snake boat races and feasts.
- Janmashtami: Krishna's birthday, usually in August or September, celebrated in Mathura and Vrindavan.
Weather in August
Average highs, lows and rainfall, with August 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 August
Our suggestion for August: Delhi, then Leh, Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake. Every trip can be made private and changed to suit your dates.
Tip: August is a busy month in Ladakh with Indian holidaymakers. Book flights to Leh and camps at Pangong early.
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Frequently asked questions
Is August a good time to visit India?
For Ladakh, yes. Elsewhere it is monsoon season, which brings rain, humidity and low prices.
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