From the busy city life of Bengaluru to tranquil coffee plantations in Coorg, Karnataka offers something for every traveller. So, when is the Best Time to Visit Karnataka? Let’s discover the perfect periods to plan your trip and make the most of your Karnataka Tour.
Peak Season (November - March): Karnataka has its peak season between November and March. During this time, there is pleasant weather with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 30°C. Meanwhile, the coastal areas might be a bit hotter, with temperatures between 20°C and 35 °C. It is a time when you can explore Karnataka’s cultural heritage. You can join festivities like the Mysore Dasara festival as well as wildlife safaris, such as Bandipur National Park and Nagarhole National Park.
Shoulder Season (October - April): The months of October and April constitute the Shoulder Season in Karnataka. It is mildly pleasant during October with temperatures high around 20°C to 30°C, and then April gets warmer up to about 25°C – 35°C, which indicates that summer is drawing near.
Off Season (May - September): Off season covers May through September with most parts experiencing an escalation of temperatures between 25°C – 35°C whereas for places like Mangalore or Karwar level of humidity is higher. Nonetheless, there are hill stations like Coorg and Chikmagalur which bring hope with average temperatures ranging from 20°C – 30°C.
