Best Time to Visit Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar sees the highest number of travelers during the winter season as the weather in these months is cool and dry and perfect for sightseeing activities. If you visit Bhubaneswar in the winter season then you will be entitled to witness some of the most amazing festivals like Konark Dance Festival, Magha Saptami, Makar Mela, and Puri Beach Festival.

Monsoon season in Bhubaneswar begins at the end of June and continues till September. Bhubaneswar receives a high amount of rainfall during the monsoon season which may affect your outdoor activities. However, you will be blessed with amazing views of the place during the monsoon season and the whole place looks fresh and charming.

October-February (16°C - 28 °C)

Bhubaneswar weather is cool and dry from October to February. These are the best months to explore the city. During these months the place sees the highest number of tourists owing to cool and dry weather. One can easily go for sightseeing activities and try a plethora of outdoor activities such as karting, horse riding, tribal village tours, trekking, and caving. The entire atmosphere is pleasant and the place is flooded with tourists, so if you are planning your visit during the winter season make sure to book in advance to avoid last-minute inconvenience.

Events and Festivals: Kalinga Mahotsav, Konark Dance Festival, Makar Mela

June-September (25°C - 32 °C)

From June to September Bhubaneswar sees heavy rainfall and these are the months of monsoon. The place sees heavy rainfall and sightseeing activities become rather difficult during these months. Bhubaneswar weather during these months is hot and humid. Most of the outdoor activities can’t be enjoyed from June to September.

Events and Festivals: Ratha Yatra, Gamha Purnima, Ganesha Chaturthi

March-May (38°C - 24 °C)

From March to May, its summertime in Bhubaneshwar. The place sees scorching heat along with high humidity levels. Mornings and evenings are comparatively better than the afternoons. One can plan outdoor activities and sightseeing during morning and evening hours to escape the extreme heat. If you can’t handle too much heat, summers aren’t the best time to visit Bhubaneswar.

Events and Festivals: Chhau Festival, Sitalsasthi Carnival, Chandan Yatra