Hampi Weather in December 2026: what to expect (8.9/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

December is peak dry season in Hampi. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain is virtually absent (8.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if January (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.

December ranks 2 out of 12 months in Hampi. Compared to November: 12 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

6 · high

sunscreen and hat advised

Feels like

comfortable

15°

Daylight

11.1h of daylight

Air quality

fair

AQI 58

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Hampi is January (9.0/10), 0.1 pt higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Hampi, UNESCO archaeological site of Karnataka in southern India: former capital of the Vijayanagara empire (14th-16th century = one of the largest empires in Indian history), destroyed by the Muslim sultans of the Deccan in 1565 during the battle of Talikota after 6 months of plundering and fire.

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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.

Country · India

🗣️LanguageHindi

💶CurrencyIndian Rupee (₹)

🚗DrivingLeft-hand

🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5

💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTropical

📈Climate trend ⓘStable

🔥Hottest monthApril · 100°F

❄️Coolest monthJuly · 86°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 67%

🏝️ Tropical stay

🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep

🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar

🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr

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Location

Where is Hampi ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

India

Tropical climate with a 9.0 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

15.33°N · 76.46°E

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Hampi?

January is the best month with 88°F highs, 66°F lows, 8.4h of sunshine and 2.0% rainy days. The months of January & December offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Hampi get in January?

Hampi averages 8.4 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.6/10.

What is the rainiest month in Hampi?

May is the most unfavourable month with May has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Hampi in January?

In January, overnight lows reach 66°F, while afternoon highs average 88°F.

Is Hampi good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Hampi scores 7.5/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.6/10.

When should you avoid Hampi?

May is the most difficult month to visit Hampi, with May has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.

Do you need sun protection in Hampi in December?

The average UV index reaches 6 in December in Hampi (high), with about 11.1h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.