Varanasi · SpringMonth summary
Varanasi weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
81°F – 102°F
🌧 Rainy days
16% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
November (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Varanasi in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 39°F.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Varanasi in May is possible but November offers a score of 9.2/10 vs 6.9.
By trip type
Varanasi in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Varanasi. Temperatures rise (39°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. 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 °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 50°F | 72°F | 8% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ February | 57°F | 79°F | 6% | 0.0in | 10.8h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ March | 64°F | 91°F | 9% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🥵 April | 75°F | 102°F | 7% | 0.0in | 11.4h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 May | 81°F | 102°F | 16% | 0.0in | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 82°F | 100°F | 42% | 0.2in | 11.6h | 5.2/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 81°F | 91°F | 82% | 0.5in | 9.1h | 4.9/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 79°F | 90°F | 84% | 0.4in | 8.8h | 5.6/10 |
| ⛅ September | 79°F | 90°F | 77% | 0.3in | 9.6h | 6.6/10 |
| ☀️ October | 73°F | 88°F | 21% | 0.1in | 10.6h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ November | 61°F | 82°F | 1% | 0.0in | 10.0h | 9.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 54°F | 75°F | 4% | 0.0in | 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 May, Varanasi averages 102°F, 16% rainy days and 11.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.9/10.
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Comparison
May vs November (best month)
The best month is November (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -11°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -15%
- ☀️ Sunshine : -1.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Varanasi in May
Is May a good time to visit Varanasi?
May is an acceptable time for Varanasi (score 6.9/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider November (9.2/10) if possible.
What to do in Varanasi in May?
With 102°F max and 11.7h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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