Weather radar Varanasi
Real-time precipitation radar · Uttar Pradesh · India
Varanasi climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Varanasi shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 20.7° | 26.9° | 33.1° | 39.1° | 38.2° | 38° | 34.1° | 32.5° | 32.9° | 31.8° | 28.7° | 23.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 11° | 13.8° | 19° | 24.3° | 26.9° | 29.2° | 28.3° | 27.4° | 27° | 23.3° | 16.4° | 12.3° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 9 | 6 | 11 | 6 | 40 | 128 | 234 | 272 | 205 | 112 | 2 | 10 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| Sunshine hours | 288 | 293 | 334 | 341 | 369 | 315 | 270 | 220 | 265 | 285 | 292 | 285 |
| Humidity | 80% | 67% | 55% | 40% | 54% | 61% | 79% | 84% | 84% | 79% | 72% | 75% |
Best time to visit Varanasi
The best time to visit Varanasi is typically April. In this month the average high is 39.1°C, precipitation is 6 mm and sunshine duration is 341 hours. The annual average high is 31.7°C, total annual precipitation is 1035 mm (101 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3557 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Varanasi
How up to date is the weather radar for Varanasi?
The weather radar for Varanasi is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Varanasi?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Varanasi: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Varanasi?
The thunderstorm potential for Varanasi is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Varanasi.
What is the climate like in Varanasi?
Varanasi has an annual average high of 31.7°C. The warmest month is April (avg high 39.1°C), the coldest January (avg low 11°C). The wettest month is August with 272 mm, the driest November with 2 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1035 mm (101 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3557 hours.
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