Varanasi · SummerMonth summary
Varanasi weather in August
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
84% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.8h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
November (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Varanasi in August?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you prefer off-season travel with reduced prices and very few tourists.
❌ No if: you want to avoid rain — more than half the days are rainy.
Our take: Not the best window: 84% rain risk and 8.8h of sunshine. November is much safer.
By trip type
Varanasi in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in August
🎯 Open terraces and outdoor markets — best season for al fresco dining In the height of summer, Varanasi sees high temperatures (32°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. With 84% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. November (9.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 10°C | 22°C | 8% | 0.5 | 10.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ February | 14°C | 26°C | 6% | 0.4 | 10.8h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ March | 18°C | 33°C | 9% | 0.6 | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🥵 April | 24°C | 39°C | 7% | 0.2 | 11.4h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 May | 27°C | 39°C | 16% | 0.9 | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 28°C | 38°C | 42% | 4.9 | 11.6h | 5.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 27°C | 33°C | 82% | 11.5 | 9.1h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 26°C | 32°C | 84% | 10.6 | 8.8h | 5.6/10 |
| ⛅ September | 26°C | 32°C | 77% | 8.2 | 9.6h | 6.6/10 |
| ☀️ October | 23°C | 31°C | 21% | 2.2 | 10.6h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ November | 16°C | 28°C | 1% | 0.1 | 10.0h | 9.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 12°C | 24°C | 4% | 0.2 | 9.6h | 8.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In August, Varanasi averages 32°C, 84% rainy days and 8.8h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.6/10.
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Comparison
August vs November (best month)
The best month is November (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -83%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Varanasi in August
Is August a good time to visit Varanasi?
August is an acceptable time for Varanasi (score 5.6/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider November (9.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Varanasi in August?
Yes, 84% of days see rain in August. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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