The best times to visit Ranchi for ideal weather are

October 22nd to March 18th

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

 

 


Other Ranchi Travel Info

Weather in Ranchi

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ranchi vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 42nd 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 Ranchi, the hottest months are May, April, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early June where highs are regularly around 99.2°F (37.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.6°F (24.8°C) at night.

Ranchi Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Key
High
Average
Low

Ranchi 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.

Ranchi Perceived Temperature (F)

Key
High
Average
Low

Ranchi Perceived Temperature (C)

Key
High
Average
Low

 

Average Ranchi 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 61.5 49.6
Feb 80.5 67.3 54.6
Mar 89.5 76.5 62.6
Apr 96.8 83.7 70.1
May 98.4 85.9 73.9
Jun 93.4 83.4 75
Jul 86.1 78.9 73.4
Aug 85.9 78.6 73.2
Sep 86.2 78.4 71.9
Oct 84.9 74.9 65.5
Nov 80.8 68.4 57.2
Dec 76.2 62.4 50.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.8 16.4 9.8
Feb 26.9 19.6 12.6
Mar 31.9 24.7 17
Apr 36 28.7 21.2
May 36.9 29.9 23.3
Jun 34.1 28.6 23.9
Jul 30.1 26.1 23
Aug 29.9 25.9 22.9
Sep 30.1 25.8 22.2
Oct 29.4 23.8 18.6
Nov 27.1 20.2 14
Dec 24.6 16.9 10.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ranchi 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 mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 9th.

When can you find snow in Ranchi? 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 Ranchi.

Key
Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ranchi (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 4% 0 0.5
Feb 6% 0 0.8
Mar 4% 0 0.6
Apr 8% 0 1.1
May 16% 0 2.5
Jun 33% 0 9.5
Jul 56% 0 12.5
Aug 45% 0 11.6
Sep 34% 0 10.1
Oct 14% 0 3.5
Nov 3% 0 0.5
Dec 2% 0 0.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1.3
Feb 6 0 2
Mar 4 0 1.5
Apr 8 0 2.8
May 16 0 6.4
Jun 33 0 24.1
Jul 56 0 31.8
Aug 45 0 29.5
Sep 34 0 25.7
Oct 14 0 8.9
Nov 3 0 1.3
Dec 2 0 0.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Ranchi has some extremely humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is April (29.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (82.5%).

Wind in Ranchi is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is June, followed by July and May. June’s average wind speed of around 4.1 knots (4.7 MPH or 7.6 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early May where average top sustained speeds reach 8.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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 2.4 Barely noticeable 6.2 Light breeze
Feb 2.7 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Mar 3.1 Barely noticeable 7.6 Light breeze
Apr 3.3 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
May 3.6 Barely noticeable 8 Light breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 7 Light breeze
Aug 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Sep 3 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Oct 2.1 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Nov 1.6 Barely noticeable 5.1 Light breeze
Dec 2 Barely noticeable 5.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 49%
Feb 41.7%
Mar 31.3%
Apr 29.8%
May 40.9%
Jun 63.5%
Jul 82%
Aug 82.5%
Sep 78.5%
Oct 64.7%
Nov 56.7%
Dec 50.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ranchi?

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 Ranchi, India is December, followed by May and October. 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 Ranchi in September. 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 39.8 in September means 39.8% of the tourists vs. December.

 

 

Overall Ranchi Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 99.2°F (37.3°C) and 84°F (28.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 5 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 10 to 17 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Ranchi, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.1°F (30.6°C) and 79.3°F (26.3°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 10 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Ranchi to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 84°F (28.9°C) and 72.8°F (22.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

Best Times to Travel› India › Ranchi, India