September · India
Best time to visit Ellora Caves in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ellora Caves in September
Average temperature 25°C, 191 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 84% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
4.7/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 191 mm
- Humidity
- 84%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Ellora Caves scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 191 mm of rain, and roughly 15 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.
September in Ellora Caves — off-season conditions
September averages 25°C (77°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 191 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 4.7/10 here, 11th 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 light for this destination.
Flexible dates? January scores 4.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ellora Caves in September?
- In September, Ellora Caves averages 25°C, 191 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Ellora Caves?
- September earns a 4.7/10 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 September?
- Expect about 191 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 84% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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