Best Time to Visit Odisha

The summer season in Odisha lasts from March to June, with an average temperature of around 25°C to 37°C. Odisha weather during this time is not conducive to planning a trip here. However, even though it is not a good time to enjoy sightseeing during the day, the evenings become much cooler with a pleasant breeze blowing away the day’s heat. There are plenty of places in Odisha where you can enjoy picnics with the family, walk along the beach, partake in the historical and cultural heritage of the state or even indulge in some adventure sports. During the summer, Odisha becomes an avid traveller's playground once the sun sets.

The major festivals and events you can enjoy here include the Chandan Yatra, the Puri Rath Yatra and the Maha Vishuva Sankranti, bringing you closer to Odisha.

The rainy season in Odisha lasts from July to September and sometimes even through mid-October, although there is considerably less rainfall here during October. The average temperature here during this season is around 25°C to 34°C. The monsoon season is not the best time to visit Odisha since the heat and humidity experienced here during this season will only make you want to stay inside your room the entire day. Apart from the discomfort of sightseeing while sweat pours over your brows, there is also the rare but looming possibility of cyclones or tornadoes hitting the coast, thereby making it unsafe from a bodily harm point of view. Due to the rains, most rivers of the state overflow and cause floods across Odisha, hampering tourist traffic. You might get many discounts and special offers on packages, accommodation, sightseeing and day trips because this is not the high season for tourists

Odisha sees the highest number of travellers during the winter as the weather is dry and cool, thus making it apt for sightseeing. Moreover, the winter season in Odisha is also the time for festivity. It is when Durga Puja is celebrated, luring many people from around the world. The festival is celebrated with a lot of gusto in the state. Konark Dance Festival is another festival celebrated during this season, making it the best time to visit Odisha. The pleasant weather also makes it suitable for roaming around and outdoor activities. However, it is also the peak season; therefore, expect crowds and price hikes.