Best Time to Visit Howrah, West Bengal, India
Howrah is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Howrah for sunny, dry weather is November–March — 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 19.7°C / 67.5°F in January to 30.8°C / 87.4°F in May, with rainfall from 5 mm / 0.2 in (December) to 329 mm / 13 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Howrah, West Bengal, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Howrah's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 | 19.7°C67.5°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 22.8°C73°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| March | 27.1°C80.8°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.3°C75.7°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 20.4°C68.7°F | 5 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Howrah?
The best time to visit Howrah for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 30.8°C / 87.4°F, and the driest is December with about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Howrah's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Howrah?
The rainy season at Howrah, West Bengal runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 118 mm / 4.6 in. The wettest single month is August (329 mm / 13 in).
What is the driest month in Howrah?
The driest month in Howrah is December, averaging about 5 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.4°C / 68.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Howrah?
The least comfortable months for travel to Howrah — 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 329 mm / 13 in in August, and the coldest month averages 19.7°C / 67.5°F.
Is Howrah climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Howrah 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 Howrah specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.