The short answer
- Month
- November
- Verdict
- Excellent
- North (Delhi, Rajasthan)
- Dry and sunny, around 28°C; cooler nights
- South (Kerala, Goa)
- Warm; some rain on the south east coast
- Crowds and prices
- Busy
November is one of the finest months to visit India. Days are sunny and comfortable across the north, nights are cool, and the festival season is in full swing.
It is busy, so book the best tours and heritage hotels early, especially around Diwali.
Where to go in November
- Rajasthan: Perfect weather, with the Pushkar Camel Fair.
- Golden Triangle and Varanasi: Clear days and lamp lit ghats.
- Kerala and Goa: The beach season begins.
- Tiger reserves: Cool and green, with good sightings.
What to avoid in November
- Delhi for long stays if you are sensitive to air pollution.
- The Chennai coast, which gets its wettest weather now.
Festivals in November
- Diwali (8 November 2026): Lamps, fireworks and family feasts across India.
- Pushkar Camel Fair: Usually in late October or November, ending on the full moon of the Hindu month of Kartik.
- Dev Deepawali, Varanasi: About two weeks after Diwali, the ghats are lit with countless lamps.
Weather in November
Average highs, lows and rainfall, with November 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 14 day trip for November
Our suggestion for November: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Pushkar, Jodhpur and Udaipur. Every trip can be made private and changed to suit your dates.
Tip: Trains and flights are packed in the days around Diwali, when many Indians travel home. Book transport well ahead.
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Frequently asked questions
Is November a good time to visit India?
Yes, it is one of the best months, with dry, comfortable weather and major festivals.
When is Diwali in 2026?
The main day of Diwali is Sunday 8 November 2026.
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