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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20-30°C, clear and dry | high | high |
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| February | 21-31°C, dry and pleasant | moderate | moderate |
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| March | 24-33°C, warm and humid | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Temperatures begin to rise significantly. | |
| April | 27-35°C, hot and humid | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Heat can be intense; seek indoor activities. | |
| May | 29-36°C, very hot and humid | low | low |
⚠ Extreme heat and humidity make outdoor exploration difficult. | |
| June | 27-32°C, heavy monsoon rains | low | low |
⚠ Heavy rainfall, waterlogging, and high humidity are common. | |
| July | 26-31°C, very heavy monsoon rains | low | low |
⚠ Monsoon season at its peak; expect disruptions and flooding. | |
| August | 26-30°C, heavy monsoon rains | low | low |
⚠ Continued heavy monsoon rains and humidity. | |
| September | 27-31°C, intermittent monsoon showers | low | low |
⚠ Rainfall decreases but can still be significant. | |
| October | 26-32°C, pleasant with occasional showers | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Weather improves, but some humidity may linger. | |
| November | 23-32°C, clear and dry | high | high |
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| December | 21-31°C, clear and dry | peak | peak |
⚠ Highest tourist influx and prices. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
A major Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, with elaborate idols and processions.
A Hindu festival marking the victory of good over evil, often celebrated with effigy burnings.
The festival of lights, celebrated with lamps, fireworks, sweets, and family gatherings.
Celebrated widely with carols, feasts, and decorations, especially in areas with Christian heritage.
Celebrated with parties, fireworks, and gatherings across the city.
A prestigious international film festival showcasing a wide range of cinema.
Insider timing tips
- •The monsoon season (June-September) brings heavy rains, high humidity, and potential disruptions, making it generally unsuitable for tourism.
- •While winter (November-February) offers the best weather, it's also peak tourist season, leading to higher prices and crowds.
- •Shoulder months like October offer a good balance with improving weather and fewer crowds than peak winter, though occasional rain is possible.
- •May and June mark the transition to monsoon with intense heat and humidity, but also the tail end of the Alphonso mango season.
- •Local holidays can lead to closures of smaller shops and businesses; check in advance for specific dates, especially around Diwali and major festivals.
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