Varanasi · AutumnMonth summary
Varanasi weather in September
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 32°C
🌧 Rainy days
77% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
November (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Varanasi in September?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: September is an average time for Varanasi. November (9.2/10) is clearly preferable.
By trip type
Varanasi in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in September
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn marks the end of peak season in Varanasi. Temperatures drop (32°C) and rain returns (77% of days). With 77% 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 September, Varanasi averages 32°C, 77% rainy days and 9.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.6/10.
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Comparison
September vs November (best month)
The best month is November (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -76%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Varanasi in September
Is September a good time to visit Varanasi?
September is an acceptable time for Varanasi (score 6.6/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider November (9.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Varanasi in September?
Yes, 77% of days see rain in September. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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