Best Time to Visit Hampi, Karnataka

This ancient site experiences quite a hot weather during the summer season. It is suggested to avoid visiting Hampi in May and June as the weather is scorching and dry, owing to the geography of the area.

Monsoons bring average rainfall in Hampi along with good time to marvel at monuments and several other sites here. Showers make the town come to life as Hampi weather in July turns pleasant. This encourages tourists to visit the place for a great experience. Although there is no heavy downpour, occasional showers may make visiting Hampi in July memorable. Those looking forward to some adventure activity such as rock climbing, should avoid this season and visit during the months of winters.

As stated above, this is the best season to visit Hampi. Hampi weather in October witnesses drop in temperature. Most especially, November to February, the region offers pleasant days and no rainfall facilitates trekkers to tread through the boulders and those who want to enjoy sightseeing on foot. Vijaya Utsav (Festival of Hampi), celebrated in November is also a great reason as well as the best time to visit Hampi India.

Thus, Hampi offers something for everyone in each and every season. From sightseeing to indulging in activities, every vacationer has something in store to enjoy in Hampi, irrespective of climate of Hampi at that time. In addition, some concerts have now been organized in the market area in front of Virupaksha Temple. Purandara Dasa Aradhana is a classical music festival of Hampi and is celebrated in course of 2-3 days either in the month of January or February. Virupaksha Car Festival is an annual ritual marriage festival of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati that takes place in March or April.

So, those planning a trip to Hampi should check temperature at Hampi and pack accordingly and plan their sightseeing and activities schedule.