Best Time to Visit Patna, Bihar, India
Patna is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Patna 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 31.7°C / 89.1°F in May, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in (December) to 305 mm / 12 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Patna, Bihar, India's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Patna'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 | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 19.4°C66.9°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 24.8°C76.6°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 30°C86°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.7°C89.1°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 22.1°C71.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 17.5°C63.5°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Patna?
The best time to visit Patna for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 31.7°C / 89.1°F, and the driest is December with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Patna's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Patna?
The rainy season at Patna, Bihar runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 31 mm / 1.2 in. The wettest single month is July (305 mm / 12 in).
What is the driest month in Patna?
The driest month in Patna is December, averaging about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 17.5°C / 63.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Patna?
The least comfortable months for travel to Patna — 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 305 mm / 12 in in July, and the coldest month averages 16.1°C / 61°F.
Is Patna climate different from India overall?
Yes, usually. Our Patna 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 Patna specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.