August · India
Best time to visit Ellora Caves in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ellora Caves in August
Average temperature 26°C, 161 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 161 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Ellora Caves scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 161 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ellora Caves carve Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain sanctuaries from basalt cliffs-including the monolithic Kailasa temple. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
August in Ellora Caves: expect compromises
August averages 26°C (78°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 161 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 4.9/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 4.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ellora Caves in August?
- In August, Ellora Caves averages 26°C, 161 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Ellora Caves?
- August earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ellora Caves in August?
- Expect about 161 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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