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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.
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Best time to visit Mumbai, India
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20-30°C, pleasant and dry with clear skies. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Can be slightly cooler in the evenings. | |
| February | 21-32°C, warm and dry with ample sunshine. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Shivaji Jayanti can cause localized transport disruptions. | |
| March | 24-34°C, getting warmer and humid, mostly sunny. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Humidity starts to increase. | |
| April | 26-36°C, hot and humid with occasional pre-monsoon showers. | low | low |
⚠ Heat can be intense, seek indoor activities. | |
| May | 28-37°C, very hot and humid, frequent thunderstorms. | low | low |
⚠ Pre-monsoon heat and humidity are at their peak. | |
| June | 26-32°C, heavy monsoon rains and high humidity. | low | low |
⚠ Heavy rainfall can disrupt travel and outdoor activities; flooding is common. | |
| July | 25-30°C, continuous heavy monsoon downpours. | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon season at its peak; expect significant disruptions and limited outdoor options. | |
| August | 25-30°C, still significant monsoon rains, though easing. | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon rains continue, though intensity may decrease; potential for flooding persists. | |
| September | 25-31°C, monsoon rains tapering off, humid. | low | low |
⚠ Occasional heavy showers can still occur; humidity remains high. | |
| October | 24-33°C, pleasant, less humid, mostly sunny. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Weather becomes significantly more comfortable. | |
| November | 22-32°C, ideal, dry, sunny, and comfortable. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ One of the best times to visit for weather. | |
| December | 20-30°C, cool and dry, clear skies. | high | high |
⚠ Peak tourist season due to holidays and excellent weather. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
March
Holi
The festival of colors, celebrated with enthusiasm across the city.
August/September
Ganeshotsav
A major Hindu festival celebrating Lord Ganesha, with elaborate idols and processions.
September/October
Navratri & Durga Puja
Nine nights of festivities with music, dance, and religious ceremonies.
October/November
Diwali
The festival of lights, marked by fireworks, feasts, and family gatherings.
December
Christmas
Celebrated with festive decorations and events, especially in areas with Christian heritage.
December
New Year's Eve
Vibrant celebrations and parties mark the end of the year.
Insider timing tips
- •The monsoon (June-September) brings heavy rainfall and humidity, making outdoor activities difficult and potentially causing travel disruptions due to flooding.
- •Post-monsoon (October-November) offers a sweet spot with pleasant weather and lush green landscapes, but prices and crowds begin to rise.
- •December and January are popular for their excellent weather and festive atmosphere, leading to peak crowds and prices, especially around holidays.
- •The shoulder months of March and April offer good weather before the intense heat and humidity of May and the monsoon set in, with fewer crowds than the peak season.
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