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Best time to visit Mumbai
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
Best time to visit Mumbai, India
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
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| January | 20-30°C, clear skies, low humidity | high | high |
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| February | 21-31°C, sunny and dry | moderate | moderate |
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| March | 24-33°C, warm and dry | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Temperatures begin to rise significantly. | |
| April | 27-35°C, hot and humid | low | low |
⚠ Heat can be intense; seek indoor activities. | |
| May | 29-36°C, very hot and humid | low | low |
⚠ Extreme heat and humidity, often a precursor to monsoon. | |
| June | 26-32°C, heavy monsoon rains | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon season begins; heavy rainfall, waterlogging, and travel disruptions are common. | |
| July | 25-30°C, very heavy monsoon rains | low | low |
⚠ Peak monsoon; expect significant rainfall, flooding, and potential transport delays. | |
| August | 25-30°C, heavy monsoon rains | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon continues; high humidity and frequent downpours. | |
| September | 26-31°C, intermittent monsoon showers | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon showers can still be heavy, though less frequent. | |
| October | 25-32°C, pleasant with occasional post-monsoon showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Weather is improving, but occasional rain is possible. | |
| November | 22-31°C, clear skies, pleasant | moderate | moderate |
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| December | 20-29°C, clear skies, low humidity | high | high |
⚠ Peak tourist season due to excellent weather. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
Festival of colors, celebrated with great enthusiasm across the city.
A vibrant nine-day festival showcasing visual arts, dance, music, and more in South Mumbai.
A major Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, with elaborate idols and processions.
Nine nights of festivities dedicated to the goddess Durga, featuring traditional music and dance.
The festival of lights, celebrated with fireworks, sweets, and family gatherings.
Celebrated with festive decorations, carols, and special church services.
A prominent international film festival held annually, attracting filmmakers and cinephiles.
Insider timing tips
- •The monsoon (June-August) is severe and can disrupt travel plans significantly; avoid if you prefer dry weather and easy movement.
- •While December and January offer the best weather, they are also the most expensive and crowded months due to holiday travel.
- •Shoulder months like March and October offer a balance of decent weather and fewer crowds, though humidity can be high in March and lingering rains possible in October.
- •The intense heat and humidity of April and May make them less ideal for extensive sightseeing, though prices are at their lowest.
- •Local holidays like Ganesh Chaturthi (September) can lead to large local gatherings and temporary disruptions, but also offer unique cultural experiences.
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