August · India
Best time to visit Varanasi in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Varanasi in August
Average temperature 29°C, 245 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
2.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 245 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Varanasi scores 2.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 245 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Varanasi's ghats step down to the Ganges, with bathing, cremation fires, and evening aarti along the river.
August in Varanasi — off-season conditions
Days in August average 29°C (85°F) and humidity near 83% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 245 mm: only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 2.7/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Varanasi — 6.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Varanasi in August?
- In August, Varanasi averages 29°C, 245 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Varanasi?
- August earns a 2.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Varanasi in August?
- Expect about 245 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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