Varanasi is the ancient religious and cultural heart of India’s diverse culture. Millions of tourists visit the city every year. So, it is very important for visitors to get ready and plan appropriately before arriving here. While visiting the city, not only the weather but also fairs, festivals and other cultural traditions which make Varanasi different from other cities must be born in mind. Since, no month in the city goes without any festivals, fairs, traditional cultural events and ritualistic practice; it is hard to decide for them who hails from distant lands when to visit Varanasi. So, Holy Voyages have created this domain to assist you plan Varanasi Tour in the best way and make your journey memorable.
Best Time To Visit Kashi Varanasi :-
The best time to visit Varanasi , during the months of October to March.
Oct-Mar is peak season
What To Expect
- winter season
- peak tourist season
- Deep in Temperatures
- Best time for strolls, sightseeing
- Best time for attending the divine Ganga Aarti
- Temperatures ranging from 5-16 degree Celsius
- Costly stays
Apr-June is Moderate Season
What To Expect
- pleasant weather
- cloudy and overcast skies
- Moderate to high humidity
- Budget-friendly stays
- Temperatures ranging from 25 to 33 degree Celsius
Jul-Sep is off season
What To Expect
- Hottest time of the year
- Festive season – Mahashivratri, Sakranti, Holi
- Budget-friendly stays
- Temperatures ranging from 30-45 degree Celsius
Why October to March is the Best Time to Visit Varanasi ?
It is the most pleasant weather in Northern India (Free from extreme cold and extreme winters).
It is the time when one can enjoy all weather of India spring, summer, rain and autumn.
Most of the festivals (Maha-Shivaratri ,Holi ,
Ram Navami, Diwali, Dev-Deepavali ,
Dussehra, Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi
, Buddh Purnima, Chhath Puja , Eid etc.) of Hinduism , Buddhism , Jainism and even Islam fall between October to March.
Most of the cultural events and performances ( Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh,
Nakkataiyya, Ramlila) are organized from October to March.
Most of the Ritualistic Traditions ( Ganga Aarti
, Ganga Dussehra , Kartika Purnima , are held during these months.
Most of the State sponsored Cultural, Art and Craft and Exhibitions (Ganga Mahotsav, Varanasi Utsav) are organized in these months.
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