{"id":36631,"date":"2026-03-11T17:45:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T12:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/?p=36631"},"modified":"2026-03-16T17:23:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T11:53:56","slug":"cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Too Hot to Travel? The Cold Places in India Month-by-Month Guide (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>India&#8217;s geography means there is almost always somewhere with good weather. The country spans from high-altitude deserts at 5,000 m to tropical coasts, from the rain-shadow valleys of Ladakh to the wettest place on earth in Meghalaya. The answer to &#8220;where is it cool in India?&#8221; changes completely depending on the month. This guide organises it by month so you can find the right destination quickly without reading through sections that do not apply to your travel dates.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this Blog<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#Cold_Places_in_India_by_Month_Quick_Answer\" >Cold Places in India by Month: Quick Answer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#Why_India_Always_Has_Cool_Destinations_Throughout_the_Year\" >Why India Always Has Cool Destinations Throughout the Year?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#January_and_February_Best_Time_to_Visit_South_India\" >January and February: Best Time to Visit South India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#March_2026_Best_Summer_Month_in_India\" >March 2026: Best Summer Month in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#April_is_the_Best_Season_to_Visit_North_East_India\" >April is the Best Season to Visit North East India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#May_Best_Time_to_Visit_North_East_India\" >May: Best Time to Visit North East India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#Visit_Himachal_Pradesh_to_Ladakh_in_June\" >Visit Himachal Pradesh to Ladakh in June<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#July_and_August_Find_Best_Place_To_Visit_in_India_in_Monsoon\" >July and August: Find Best Place To Visit in India in Monsoon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#September_Ladakh_Winding_Down_Northeast_and_Hills_Opening_Up\" >September: Ladakh Winding Down, Northeast and Hills Opening Up<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#October_and_November_End_of_Monsoon_Season_in_India\" >October and November: End of Monsoon Season in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#Visit_South_India_in_December_Winter_Season_in_India\" >Visit South India in December: Winter Season in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#Where_to_Stay_During_Your_Vacation_in_India_in_2026\" >Where to Stay During Your Vacation in India in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cold-places-india-month-by-month-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_%E2%80%93_Cold_Places_in_India_Month-by-Month_Guide\" >Frequently Asked Questions &#8211; Cold Places in India Month-by-Month Guide<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 id=\"cold-places-in-india-by-month-quick-answer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cold_Places_in_India_by_Month_Quick_Answer\"><\/span><strong>Cold Places in India by Month: Quick Answer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want cool weather in India in 2026, the best destination depends heavily on the month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Month<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best Cool Destinations<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>January<\/td><td>Kerala, Goa, Andaman, Ooty, Kodaikanal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>February<\/td><td>Kerala, Goa, Rajasthan, Andaman<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>March<\/td><td>Goa, Rajasthan, Darjeeling, Sikkim<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>April<\/td><td>Kashmir, Ooty, Darjeeling, Munnar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May<\/td><td>Ladakh, Manali, Shillong, Spiti<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>June<\/td><td>Ladakh, Spiti, Kinnaur<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>July<\/td><td>Ladakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>August<\/td><td>Ladakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>September<\/td><td>Ladakh, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Kashmir<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>October<\/td><td>Rajasthan, Goa, Kerala, Spiti<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>November<\/td><td>Rajasthan, Kerala, Goa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>December<\/td><td>Kerala, Goa, Andaman, Rajasthan<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Key rule:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Summer (April\u2013June): Go to the Himalayas or high-altitude regions<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monsoon (July\u2013August): Ladakh rain shadow is best<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter (December\u2013February): South India and coasts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h1 id=\"why-india-always-has-cool-destinations-throughout-the-year\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_India_Always_Has_Cool_Destinations_Throughout_the_Year\"><\/span><strong>Why India Always Has Cool Destinations Throughout the Year?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s geography makes year-round cool travel possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The country stretches across dramatically different climates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High-altitude deserts<\/strong> above 5,000 m in Ladakh<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Himalayan hill stations<\/strong> in Himachal and Uttarakhand<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rain-shadow valleys<\/strong> like Spiti and Zanskar<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tropical coastal climates<\/strong> in Kerala and Goa<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cloud forests and plateaus<\/strong> in the Northeast<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this range, the coolest place in India shifts throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide helps you quickly find the best cool destinations based on your travel month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"january-and-february-best-time-to-visit-south-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"January_and_February_Best_Time_to_Visit_South_India\"><\/span><strong>January and February: Best Time to Visit South I<\/strong>ndia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1174\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1652820330042-92a30b18abc5.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36636\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: Olha Kolesnyk<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>January and February are the best months for southern India and the coastal west. Kerala, Goa, and the Karnataka coast sit between 20 and 28\u00b0C with low humidity and clear skies. Rajasthan is pleasant during the day (20 to 26\u00b0C) with cold nights (5 to 10\u00b0C). Andaman and Nicobar Islands are at their absolute peak in both months, with calm seas, visibility down to 30 m for diving, and temperatures around 26 to 28\u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the north, most hill stations are deep winter. Shimla gets snow, Manali is extreme cold with road access sometimes disrupted, and Mussoorie is cold and quiet. If you want a hill station in January and February, Ooty and Kodaikanal in the south sit at 10 to 18\u00b0C and feel like a mild Indian winter without the extreme cold of the north. Darjeeling occasionally sees snow in late December and January but the cold at 2,050 m is real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"march-2026-best-summer-month-in-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"March_2026_Best_Summer_Month_in_India\"><\/span><strong>March 2026: Best Summer Month in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1169\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1593693397690-362cb9666fc2.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36637\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: Abhishek Prasad vis Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>March is the best overall month for domestic travel across India. Most of the country sits in the 20 to 32\u00b0C range. Goa and Kerala are at their last good window before the heat builds. Rajasthan is still comfortable for full-day sightseeing. Darjeeling and Sikkim begin their spring season with rhododendrons in bloom by late March. The Ziro Valley in Arunachal Pradesh opens up in March. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/travel-in-india-in-march-why-its-the-smartest-time\/\">March travel guide<\/a> explains why experienced travellers consider March one of the most underrated months in the Indian calendar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"april-is-the-best-season-to-visit-north-east-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"April_is_the_Best_Season_to_Visit_North_East_India\"><\/span><strong>April is the Best Season to Visit North East India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1564507592333-c60657eea523.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36641\" style=\"width:828px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">credits: Jovyn Chamb via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Plains temperatures climb sharply through April. Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Lucknow, Bhopal, and most of central India push 36 to 42\u00b0C. The correct response is to go up or go northeast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most reliable cool destinations in April: Darjeeling (10 to 18\u00b0C), Gangtok (14 to 20\u00b0C), Ooty (14 to 20\u00b0C), Munnar (14 to 22\u00b0C), Coorg (18 to 24\u00b0C), and Kashmir (8 to 20\u00b0C in the valley, cooler in the hills). April is one of the best months for Kashmir. The tulip gardens in Srinagar are in bloom in early April and the Srinagar-Leh Highway reopens around this time, making it the natural start of the Ladakh road season. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/best-places-to-visit-in-india-in-april-may\/\">best places in April and May guide<\/a> covers these in more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"may-best-time-to-visit-north-east-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Best_Time_to_Visit_North_East_India\"><\/span><strong>May: Best Time to Visit North East India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1581793745862-99fde7fa73d2.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36644\" style=\"width:804px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: T2 Graphy via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>By May, most Indian plains cities are genuinely hostile. The reliable cool destinations expand to include Ladakh (Leh at 10 to 22\u00b0C once the Manali highway opens around May 15 to 25), Spiti (5 to 18\u00b0C), and Manali (18 to 24\u00b0C). Shillong and Meghalaya are pleasant at 16 to 22\u00b0C. Coorg and Munnar are at the tail end of their pre-monsoon window. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/cool-places-to-visit-in-may-and-june-in-india-escape-summer-weather\/\">cool places in India in May and June guide<\/a> has the most detailed coverage for this specific window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"visit-himachal-pradesh-to-ladakh-in-june\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_Himachal_Pradesh_to_Ladakh_in_June\"><\/span>Visit<strong> Himachal Pradesh to Ladakh<\/strong> in June<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1617159156637-dfb8655c9f95.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36646\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>June is the hardest month to plan around but best month to visit Leh and Ladakh. The southwest monsoon arrives on the Kerala coast around June 1 and sweeps progressively northeast through the month. By mid-June, the entire western coast, the northeast, and most of central India is in heavy monsoon. What remains dry and accessible: Ladakh, Spiti, and upper Himachal (Kinnaur). Leh in June sits at 10 to 25\u00b0C and is bone dry. The Manali-Leh highway is fully open. The Zanskar Valley also becomes accessible from June. If you are travelling in June, Ladakh is the overwhelmingly correct answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"july-and-august-find-best-place-to-visit-in-india-in-monsoon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"July_and_August_Find_Best_Place_To_Visit_in_India_in_Monsoon\"><\/span><strong>July and August: Find Best Place To Visit in India in Monsoon<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1552978534-9d01e1f91517.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36648\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: Amit Jain via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The monsoon at peak intensity covers most of India through July and August. Darjeeling, Sikkim, Meghalaya, Coorg, Munnar, and the entire Western Ghats are fully in monsoon with regular rain, cloud, and landslide risk. Ladakh sits in the rain shadow of the Himalayas and stays almost entirely dry. Leh in July and August has 15 to 28\u00b0C temperatures, full highway access, and every major attraction open. Pangong Tso, Nubra Valley, and Tso Moriri are all accessible. This is Ladakh&#8217;s actual peak season in terms of visitor numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"september-ladakh-winding-down-northeast-and-hills-opening-up\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"September_Ladakh_Winding_Down_Northeast_and_Hills_Opening_Up\"><\/span><strong>September: Ladakh Winding Down, Northeast and Hills Opening Up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1074\" height=\"806\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1696426886039-a3b5c8774e3d.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36651\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: Tshela Dolma via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>September marks the transition. Ladakh is fully accessible in early September and the Manali-Leh highway typically stays open until October, but September is the last fully comfortable month before the nights get seriously cold at altitude. As the monsoon retreats from east to west, the northeast begins clearing. By mid-September, Meghalaya, Sikkim, and Darjeeling are excellent. Kashmir post-monsoon (September to October) is one of the most underrated travel windows in India, with clear skies, autumn colour in the chinar trees, and lower tourist density than spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"october-and-november-end-of-monsoon-season-in-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"October_and_November_End_of_Monsoon_Season_in_India\"><\/span><strong>October and November: End of Monsoon Season in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1179\" height=\"778\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1631867675167-90a456a90863.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36653\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: Gaurav Sharma via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>October and November are when India&#8217;s travel calendar resets. The monsoon has left, temperatures across most of the country are in the 20 to 32\u00b0C range, and visibility is at its clearest. Ladakh is open until late October. Rajasthan, Goa, and Kerala are all excellent. Hill stations from Darjeeling to Ooty to Coorg have their clearest skies of the year. Spiti closes for winter in late October or early November. Andaman reopens fully. This is the correct time for almost any destination in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"visit-south-india-in-december-winter-season-in-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_South_India_in_December_Winter_Season_in_India\"><\/span><strong>Visit South India in December: Winter Season in India<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1170\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/photo-1627938823193-fd13c1c867dd.avif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36655\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Credits: Pratish Srivastava via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>December is peak season for Kerala, Goa, Rajasthan, and the Tamil Nadu and Karnataka hills. The Andaman Islands are at their best in December and January. North Indian plains are pleasant for sightseeing: Delhi, Agra, and Varanasi all have comfortable December temperatures (8 to 22\u00b0C). North Indian hill stations are cold to very cold, Manali can reach minus 5 to minus 10\u00b0C at night. If New Year&#8217;s Eve Celebration is in your list, Goa is a must visit in December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"where-to-stay-during-your-vacation-in-india-in-2026\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_During_Your_Vacation_in_India_in_2026\"><\/span><strong>Where to Stay During Your Vacation in India in 2026?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From Himalayan retreats to coastal escapes, the right accommodation can make a seasonal trip even more memorable. Many travellers now prefer private villas that offer space, privacy, and scenic surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can browse StayVista\u2019s collection of homes across destinations like Goa, Coorg, Ooty, Manali, and the Himalayas, and choose a stay that matches the best travel month for your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-alcove-b01800-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-36657\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:250px;height:250px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stayvista.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/the-alcove-b01800-1024x683.jpg 1024w, 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temperatures between 8 and 22\u00b0C.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773230859618\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where is comfortable to travel in India in May?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Manali, Leh, Darjeeling, Ooty, Coorg, and Shillong all sit between 14 and 24\u00b0C in May.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773230874960\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Which month has the best weather across most of India?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">October and November. Clear skies post-monsoon, comfortable temperatures across most regions, and manageable crowds outside festival weeks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773230905017\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is there anywhere cool in India in June?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ladakh and upper Himachal (Spiti, Kinnaur) stay dry and cool in June when the rest of India is in monsoon.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773230914762\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Is Goa cool in January?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not cold, but very pleasant. 20 to 30\u00b0C with low humidity and clear skies. January is one of Goa&#8217;s best months.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773230929119\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where should I go in India in July to avoid the monsoon?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">\u00a0Leh, Ladakh. It is the only major Indian destination that stays reliably dry through July and August.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>India&#8217;s geography means there is almost always somewhere with good weather. 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