Varanasi

Varanasi is a city destination in Uttar Pradesh. City on the banks of the Ganges in the Uttar Pradesh state of India. The most comfortable months to visit are Oct to Mar.

Quick answer: The best time to visit Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) is Oct–Mar, based on average temperature and rainfall. Plan about 3 days. Budget roughly ₹2,500 to ₹14,000 per person per day for stay, food and local travel, from budget to premium.
StateUttar Pradesh
Best timeOct–Mar
Ideal stay3 days
Budget per day₹2,500 – ₹14,000

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Best time to visit Varanasi

Dark months are the best time to go.

Based on average temperature and rainfall, the most comfortable months are Oct to Mar.

This is an automatic summary. Place data from Wikidata (CC0); best months estimated from NASA POWER climate data. A fuller guide is coming.

Budget is per person per day for stay, food and local travel, from budget to premium. Prices, timings and conditions change, so confirm before you travel. Last reviewed 7 November 2026.

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