Best Time to Visit Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Bhubaneswar is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Bhubaneswar for sunny, dry weather is December–April — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 21.6°C / 70.9°F in December to 31.1°C / 88°F in May, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (December) to 383 mm / 15.1 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Bhubaneswar's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.9°C71.4°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 24.6°C76.3°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 28°C82.4°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot |
| April | 30.1°C86.2°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 21.6°C70.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bhubaneswar?
The best time to visit Bhubaneswar for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 31.1°C / 88°F, and the driest is December with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bhubaneswar's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Bhubaneswar?
The rainy season at Bhubaneswar, Odisha runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 77 mm / 3 in. The wettest single month is August (383 mm / 15.1 in).
What is the driest month in Bhubaneswar?
The driest month in Bhubaneswar is December, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Bhubaneswar?
The least comfortable months for travel to Bhubaneswar — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 383 mm / 15.1 in in August, and the coldest month averages 21.6°C / 70.9°F.
Is Bhubaneswar climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Bhubaneswar figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our India figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Bhubaneswar specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.