The best times to visit Imphal for ideal weather are

January 15th to April 1st

or

October 15th 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 Imphal Travel Info

Weather in Imphal

Temperature

Average temperatures in Imphal vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 35th 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 Imphal, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid July where highs are regularly around 87.9°F (31.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.3°F (22.9°C) at night.

Imphal Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Imphal Temperatures (Celsius)

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“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.

Imphal Perceived Temperature (F)

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Imphal Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Imphal 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 74.9 57.3 42.3
Feb 78.7 61.5 45.9
Mar 84.3 68.6 53.9
Apr 85.4 73 61.6
May 86.2 75.9 67.2
Jun 86.7 78.1 71.7
Jul 86.5 78.6 73
Aug 86.6 78.4 72.6
Sep 87.2 77.5 70.8
Oct 85 73 64
Nov 80.7 64.9 52.2
Dec 74.7 58 44.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.8 14.1 5.7
Feb 25.9 16.4 7.7
Mar 29.1 20.3 12.2
Apr 29.7 22.8 16.4
May 30.1 24.4 19.6
Jun 30.4 25.6 22.1
Jul 30.3 25.9 22.8
Aug 30.3 25.8 22.6
Sep 30.7 25.3 21.6
Oct 29.4 22.8 17.8
Nov 27.1 18.3 11.2
Dec 23.7 14.4 6.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Imphal are December, November, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late November to early December. For example, on the week of November 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Imphal? 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 Imphal.

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Snow on the Ground

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

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 5% 0 0.5
Feb 5% 0 1.1
Mar 12% 0 1.7
Apr 31% 0 6.7
May 37% 0 6.6
Jun 45% 0 7.3
Jul 52% 0 9.1
Aug 39% 0 7.3
Sep 31% 0 6.9
Oct 21% 0 4.1
Nov 5% 0 0.8
Dec 1% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 5 0 1.3
Feb 5 0 2.8
Mar 12 0 4.3
Apr 31 0 17
May 37 0 16.8
Jun 45 0 18.5
Jul 52 0 23.1
Aug 39 0 18.5
Sep 31 0 17.5
Oct 21 0 10.4
Nov 5 0 2
Dec 1 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Imphal has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (53.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (79.9%).

Wind in Imphal is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 1.8 knots (2.1 MPH or 3.4 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 6.5 knots, which is considered a light breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 0.9 Still 3.9 Barely noticeable
Feb 1.2 Barely noticeable 4.4 Light breeze
Mar 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.6 Barely noticeable
Apr 1.8 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
May 1.7 Barely noticeable 5.3 Barely noticeable
Jun 1.5 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze
Jul 1.4 Barely noticeable 4.4 Barely noticeable
Aug 1.3 Barely noticeable 4.3 Light breeze
Sep 1.1 Barely noticeable 3.9 Barely noticeable
Oct 0.8 Still 3.4 Barely noticeable
Nov 0.6 Still 3.3 Barely noticeable
Dec 0.6 Still 3.3 Barely noticeable

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.3%
Feb 55.1%
Mar 53.4%
Apr 63.5%
May 71.9%
Jun 76.6%
Jul 78.7%
Aug 79.9%
Sep 78.7%
Oct 76.2%
Nov 70.1%
Dec 68.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Imphal?

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 Imphal, India is July, followed by May and November. 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 Imphal in January. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 66.1 in January means 66.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Imphal Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 87°F (30.6°C) and 82.1°F (27.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

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 12 to 16 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Imphal, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.8°F (31°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 9 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 somewhat cool this time of year in Imphal to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 82.1°F (27.8°C) and 73.3°F (22.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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