The best times to visit Bombay for ideal weather are

February 19th to May 6th

or

October 29th to December 23rd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bombay Travel Info

Weather in Bombay

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bombay vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bombay, the hottest months are May, October, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late May to early June where highs are regularly around 95.3°F (35.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 82.2°F (27.9°C) at night.

Bombay Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Key
High
Average
Low

Bombay Temperatures (Celsius)

Key
High
Average
Low

“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Bombay Perceived Temperature (F)

Key
High
Average
Low

Bombay Perceived Temperature (C)

Key
High
Average
Low

 

Average Bombay Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 88.4 77 62.2
Feb 89 78.5 64.3
Mar 92.6 82.9 69.9
Apr 92.9 85 75.7
May 93.1 86.5 80.7
Jun 90.7 84.6 79.7
Jul 86.6 82.2 77.6
Aug 86.5 81.9 77.4
Sep 88.2 82.4 76.8
Oct 93.3 85 74.8
Nov 93.5 83.7 70.8
Dec 90.5 79.7 65.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.3 25 16.8
Feb 31.7 25.8 17.9
Mar 33.7 28.3 21.1
Apr 33.8 29.4 24.3
May 33.9 30.3 27.1
Jun 32.6 29.2 26.5
Jul 30.3 27.9 25.3
Aug 30.3 27.7 25.2
Sep 31.2 28 24.9
Oct 34.1 29.4 23.8
Nov 34.2 28.7 21.6
Dec 32.5 26.5 18.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bombay are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid July with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of July 16th.

When can you find snow in Bombay? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bombay.

Key
Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bombay (in).

Key
Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 0% 0 0
Apr 0% 0 0
May 0% 0 0
Jun 47% 0 23.1
Jul 72% 0 35.9
Aug 64% 0 18.5
Sep 51% 0 13
Oct 13% 0 3.4
Nov 4% 0 0.7
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 0 0 0
Apr 0 0 0
May 0 0 0
Jun 47 0 58.7
Jul 72 0 91.2
Aug 64 0 47
Sep 51 0 33
Oct 13 0 8.6
Nov 4 0 1.8
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Bombay has some extremely humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is December (44.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (81.8%).

Wind in Bombay is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and August. July’s average wind speed of around 8.4 knots (9.7 MPH or 15.6 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid July where average top sustained speeds reach 14.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bombay.

Key
Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

Key
Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.4 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Mar 5 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.5 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
May 6.8 Light breeze 12.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jul 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 11.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.1 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 44.5%
Feb 45.7%
Mar 48%
Apr 57.9%
May 64.2%
Jun 74.9%
Jul 81.8%
Aug 81%
Sep 77.8%
Oct 59.1%
Nov 48.3%
Dec 44.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bombay?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for India; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 01, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bombay, India is September, followed by December and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bombay in August. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

Key
Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 36.5 in August means 36.5% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Bombay Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 94.2°F (34.6°C) and 91.4°F (33°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is nonexistent with roughly 0 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 14 to 22 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Bombay, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 95.3°F (35.2°C) and 86.9°F (30.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 15 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Bombay to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 92.7°F (33.7°C) and 86.9°F (30.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

Best Times to Travel› India › Bombay, India