Gracing the northern region of the Indian subcontinent is the former state of Uttaranchal and the current state of Uttar Pradesh. It is home to some of the most remarkable religious shrines and iconic destinations of historical significance. From an exhilarating experience in Taj Mahal to taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam at Allahabad and much more, this place is sure a unique Pandora box consisting of one of a kind Sightseeing Places that cannot be seen, felt or experienced anywhere else in India and the world. It constitutes for the holiday of a lifetime with your friends, family and loved ones.
It is vital to know the weather conditions prior to planning a trip to Uttar Pradesh for a successful vacation. Being situated in the northern plains UP experiences a typical tropical type of climatic conditions throughout the year. Given below is detailed information regarding the different seasons that is experienced in UP:
Summer Season
Summer season in UP starts from the month of April, and goes on till June. During these months the region experiences extremely hot and humid climatic conditions with the temperature rising each day. The temperature can touch as high as 48 degree Celsius. Keeping this in mind one must not plan a trip to anywhere in UP during this season since days are very bright and sunny making sightseeing also very difficult and unpleasant. The nights are relatively better and cooler during this time with it dropping to as low as 25 Degree Celsius. The situation only gets better towards the end of June and with the onset on the monsoons season. The said month of the year should be avoided for travel to UP due to the given reasons and since the fact that the holiday won’t be enjoyable.
Monsoon Season
The months of July to September marks the presence of monsoon and rainy season in Uttar Pradesh. The region experiences a much needed relief from the scorching summer heat during this monsoon season. The monsoon season commences in the middle of the month of July and goes on till late September and even till early October in some cases. However, although the region experiences some relief but this time is also not fit for travelling due to constant and heavy rain showers. The roads become slippery, unpredictable and may even be prone to adverse flooding situation. Travelling by road may prove to be a disaster or the flights and trains may also experience delays, so it is better for you to make plans for exploring UP during some other favourable time of the year.
Winter Season
This is the perfect time to visit Uttar Pradesh and is marked by the months of October to March. The said months of winter season is the best time to explore the famous as well as the hidden gems this incredibly colorful state has to offer. The temperature experienced during this time is very comfortable and perfect for planning a holiday getaway to UP. The temperature during this time dips drastically to as low as 4 degree Celsius. Travelling and going on road trips will be a fun experience as compared to any other seasons. The months marking this season have also recorded for showing an increase in tourism especially to the religious places and destinations of spiritual value. People also make their way here from different parts of the world to experience the deep positivity this place has to offer.
Best Time to Visit Uttar Pradesh
As mentioned above Uttar Pradesh is best visited and experienced during the winter season when the temperature is favourable and comfortable. This is also the time when sightseeing is comfortable and pleasant. The sun feels like a blessing and not a curse during these months. During winter vacation you can take your family, friends and loved ones to places like Agra, Mathura, Vrindavan, Varanasi, and Allahabad among others. The temperature ranges in between 25 to 10 degree Celsius which is perfect for a holiday / weekend getaway or even a road / bike trip experience. It is extremely important for you to go to UP during the right time and the right month.
Month – Wise Temperature of Uttar Pradesh
To make the picture clearer here is a complete month-wise division of temperature which UP experiences in a year:
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 22 Degree Celsius | 12 to 27 Degree Celsius | 16 to 32 Degree Celsius | 24 to 39 Degree Celsius | 26 to 40 Degree Celsius | 28 to 40 Degree Celsius | 27 to 33 Degree Celsius | 27 to 33 Degree Celsius | 26 to 34 Degree Celsius | 21 to 33 Degree Celsius | 14 to 25 Degree Celsius | 11 to 23 Degree Celsius |
Given above is all the vital information one needs to plan a successful trip to Uttar Pradesh with your family, friends and loved ones.
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