Best Time to Visit Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Kanpur is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Kanpur for sunny, dry weather is November–May — 7 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 16.1°C / 61°F in January to 34°C / 93.2°F in May, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (November) to 302 mm / 11.9 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kanpur'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 | 16.1°C61°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.5°C67.1°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 25.2°C77.4°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| April | 30.5°C86.9°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 34°C93.2°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 20.9°C69.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.5°C61.7°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kanpur?
The best time to visit Kanpur for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 34°C / 93.2°F, and the driest is November with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kanpur's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kanpur?
The rainy season at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 23 mm / 0.9 in. The wettest single month is August (302 mm / 11.9 in).
What is the driest month in Kanpur?
The driest month in Kanpur is November, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.9°C / 69.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kanpur?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kanpur — 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 302 mm / 11.9 in in August, and the coldest month averages 16.1°C / 61°F.
Is Kanpur climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kanpur 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 Kanpur specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.