October to march is the main season for travel in India. Even within this December and January is absolutely peak time. So if you want to avoid hordes of tourists and still enjoy great weather October/November or February/March is the best time to visit.
October and March can at times still be a very warm/hot. November and February is ideal weather, but a little more touristy than October/March.
– less tourists, fabulous discounts, gorgeous countryside, but a lot of rain.
The monsoons in India begin in June and go on till September. They bring with them beautiful landscapes, lush green hills and lots of rainfall
The regions of Kerala and Goa will have torrential rain, making it hard to get out and see the area. The one advantage of travelling here during the monsoon is that you can get some great deals on luxury hotels and boutique properties during this season. (discounts upto 50% are common)
The regions in the north are more arid and dry , so it’s easier to travel here in the monsoon. Overall it is still considered off season so hotels offer discounted prices. And monuments are not crowded with tourists. The weather is also pleasant and cool.
If you looking at travelling from June to September We would recommend heading to the north of India. (or braving a rain-drenched but serenely green and pretty South India)
– It can be really hot, unless you are in the hills
Starting from end march to the start of the monsoons in mid or late June, is when you will experience the fiery Indian Summer. summer is not a great time to travel India. The northern region of Delhi Agra Rajasthan can get as hot as 45-50 degree celcius. In the South, Goa and Kerala are peppered by cool breeze but it is still very hot and humid, beach time here would leave your skin burnt for sure.
This is the perfect time to visit the Himalayas or north east part of India. You can also visit the spiritual cities like Rishikesh which lie on the banks of the Holy river Ganga.
The main tourist season in India ranges from November to February. When you plan your holiday during this time, it is best to book at least three months in advance to get the good pick of hotels and easy access to train reservations.
The main tourist destinations such as Rajasthan, Agra (taj mahal), Goa , Kerala get quite crowded. During New Years Goa gets extremely crowded in particular.
Saying this if you like meeting other interesting travellers, and like a buzz and excitement around you while you travel, then you must travel to India in peak season.
There are few events and festivals in India which are must visits. So if you can time your travel around them, it will make your trip even more magical.
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