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Best time to visit Mumbai: month by month
Short answer
November to February is the best time, with highs of about 29–32°C, almost no rain and lower humidity. March to May is hot and humid (about 33–34°C), and the monsoon from June to September brings very heavy rain (25–30 rainy days a month) and occasional flooding, though the city turns green.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29°C | 19°C | 2 | high |
| Feb | 31°C | 19°C | 0 | high |
| Mar | 34°C | 23°C | 0 | medium |
| Apr | 33°C | 25°C | 0 | medium |
| May | 33°C | 27°C | 6 | medium |
| Jun | 30°C | 26°C | 25 | low |
| Jul | 28°C | 25°C | 30 | low |
| Aug | 28°C | 25°C | 29 | low |
| Sep | 28°C | 25°C | 30 | medium |
| Oct | 31°C | 24°C | 9 | medium |
| Nov | 32°C | 22°C | 3 | high |
| Dec | 31°C | 20°C | 1 | very high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Hot and increasingly humid, with highs of about 33–34°C and almost no rain until late May; sightseeing is best early and late.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Monsoon: highs of about 28–30°C, rain on 25–30 days a month, flooded streets at times, and dramatic waves on Marine Drive.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is still monsoon; October dries out (about 9 rainy days) but is hot at about 31°C; November is pleasant with about 3 rainy days.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
The best season: highs of about 29–31°C, lows around 19–20°C and almost no rain. Peak visitor season.
Events worth planning around
- Ganesh Chaturthi, with huge processions to Girgaon Chowpatty (August or September)
- Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (February)
- Diwali, the festival of lights (October or November)
- Ramadan night food market on Mohammed Ali Road (dates vary by year)
When to avoid
July and August bring the heaviest monsoon rain and flooding that can disrupt trains and roads; April and May are very hot and humid.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Mumbai?
November to February, with highs of about 29–32°C and almost no rain.
Should I visit Mumbai in the monsoon?
Only if you accept heavy rain and possible flooding; the city is green and atmospheric, and hotels are cheaper.
When is Ganesh Chaturthi?
In August or September, depending on the Hindu calendar, ending with processions to the sea at Chowpatty.