Hyderabad Climate & Weather Averages
India · Tropical Savanna climate · Data averaged from 2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31 (5 years)
Best Time to Visit Hyderabad
Based on temperature comfort, low rainfall, and sunshine hours, the best months to visit Hyderabad are:
February, January, December
Scores based on ideal temperature (18-28°C), low precipitation, and high sunshine. February scores 89/100.
Hyderabad has a Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers and warm winters. The warmest month is May with an average temperature of 30.2°C (86.4°F), while January is the coldest at 22.0°C (71.6°F). Annual precipitation averages 1021.0mm spread across approximately 158.0 rainy days per year, with July being the wettest month at 277.6mm and January the driest at 4.6mm. The city receives an average of 5.8-11.4 hours of sunshine per day, with the sunniest months being April and March. Humidity remains relatively consistent throughout the year, averaging around 64.7% annually, while average wind speeds reach 15.6 km/h. The overall annual mean temperature is 25.6°C (78.1°F), reflecting the tropical savanna conditions shaped by Hyderabad's latitude (17.39°) and surrounding geography. For travelers, the best time to visit is February, January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
Hyderabad's climate sits between the humid coastal regions and the dry interior of India. I tracked the data and found the city experiences a more moderate version of the tropical savanna climate, with slightly lower humidity than coastal cities. The best time for visiting is November to February, when temperatures are pleasant and the city's historic sites are comfortable to explore.
Seasonal Climate Overview
Spring (Mar-May)
Average temperature 29.1°C (84.4°F), rainfall 26.4mm, sunshine 11.2 hrs/day, humidity 48.2%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 6.7 rainy days per month.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Average temperature 26.2°C (79.2°F), rainfall 194.2mm, sunshine 7.4 hrs/day, humidity 76.3%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 26.2 rainy days per month.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Average temperature 24.5°C (76.1°F), rainfall 112.4mm, sunshine 9.2 hrs/day, humidity 73.9%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 16.2 rainy days per month.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Average temperature 22.7°C (72.9°F), rainfall 7.3mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs/day, humidity 60.5%. Warm season conditions prevail. Expect around 3.5 rainy days per month.
Monthly Temperature Averages (°C / °F)
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Mean Temp |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.3°C (82.9°F) | 16.8°C (62.2°F) | 22.0°C (71.6°F) |
| February | 30.9°C (87.6°F) | 17.7°C (63.9°F) | 24.0°C (75.2°F) |
| March | 34.2°C (93.6°F) | 20.8°C (69.4°F) | 27.3°C (81.1°F) |
| April | 36.2°C (97.2°F) | 23.6°C (74.5°F) | 29.7°C (85.5°F) |
| May | 36.1°C (97.0°F) | 24.8°C (76.6°F) | 30.2°C (86.4°F) |
| June | 32.6°C (90.7°F) | 24.3°C (75.7°F) | 27.8°C (82.0°F) |
| July | 28.8°C (83.8°F) | 23.0°C (73.4°F) | 25.3°C (77.5°F) |
| August | 29.1°C (84.4°F) | 22.8°C (73.0°F) | 25.4°C (77.7°F) |
| September | 28.9°C (84.0°F) | 22.4°C (72.3°F) | 25.1°C (77.2°F) |
| October | 29.8°C (85.6°F) | 21.0°C (69.8°F) | 24.9°C (76.8°F) |
| November | 29.0°C (84.2°F) | 19.1°C (66.4°F) | 23.6°C (74.5°F) |
| December | 28.2°C (82.8°F) | 17.3°C (63.1°F) | 22.2°C (72.0°F) |
Monthly Precipitation (mm)
| Month | Avg Rainfall | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4.6 mm | |
| February | 4.8 mm | |
| March | 14.3 mm | |
| April | 21.3 mm | |
| May | 43.5 mm | |
| June | 143.5 mm | |
| July | 277.6 mm | |
| August | 161.6 mm | |
| September | 216.7 mm | |
| October | 92.3 mm | |
| November | 28.2 mm | |
| December | 12.5 mm |
Monthly Rainy Days (avg days with rain > 0.1mm)
| Month | Avg Rainy Days | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4.0 | |
| February | 2.0 | |
| March | 4.2 | |
| April | 4.6 | |
| May | 11.4 | |
| June | 22.6 | |
| July | 28.6 | |
| August | 27.4 | |
| September | 24.6 | |
| October | 15.2 | |
| November | 8.8 | |
| December | 4.6 |
Monthly Humidity (%)
| Month | Avg Humidity | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 65.2% | |
| February | 51.2% | |
| March | 45.2% | |
| April | 46.5% | |
| May | 53.0% | |
| June | 67.8% | |
| July | 81.3% | |
| August | 79.7% | |
| September | 82.2% | |
| October | 73.0% | |
| November | 66.5% | |
| December | 65.2% |
Monthly Wind Speed (avg max km/h)
| Month | Avg Max Wind | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12.3 km/h | |
| February | 13.2 km/h | |
| March | 13.7 km/h | |
| April | 14.3 km/h | |
| May | 16.5 km/h | |
| June | 19.8 km/h | |
| July | 22.1 km/h | |
| August | 20.0 km/h | |
| September | 17.4 km/h | |
| October | 13.6 km/h | |
| November | 13.0 km/h | |
| December | 11.6 km/h |
Monthly UV Index (avg max)
| Month | UV Index | Risk Level | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | — | — | |
| February | — | — | |
| March | — | — | |
| April | — | — | |
| May | — | — | |
| June | — | — | |
| July | — | — | |
| August | — | — | |
| September | — | — | |
| October | — | — | |
| November | — | — | |
| December | — | — |
Monthly Sunshine Hours (daily average)
| Month | Avg Daily Sunshine | Bar |
|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 hrs | |
| February | 11.0 hrs | |
| March | 11.2 hrs | |
| April | 11.4 hrs | |
| May | 11.1 hrs | |
| June | 8.4 hrs | |
| July | 5.8 hrs | |
| August | 8.1 hrs | |
| September | 7.9 hrs | |
| October | 9.8 hrs | |
| November | 9.8 hrs | |
| December | 10.1 hrs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Hyderabad?
May is the hottest month with an average temperature of 30.2°C (86.4°F).
What is the coldest month in Hyderabad?
January is the coldest month with an average temperature of 22.0°C (71.6°F).
What is the rainiest month in Hyderabad?
July is the wettest month with an average of 277.6mm of precipitation. The city experiences about 158.0 rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Hyderabad?
The best time to visit Hyderabad is during February, January, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is lower.
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Data Source: Open-Meteo historical archive (2020-01-01 to 2024-12-31). Daily measurements aggregated into monthly climate normals. Coordinates: 17.39°, 78.49°. Timezone: Asia/Kolkata. Last updated: 2026-07-30.