Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Varanasi, India in May
May in Varanasi is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 40°C and nights near 28°C. It is one of the warmer months of Varanasi's year.
Rainfall is light in May: roughly 5 mm across the whole month.
If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Varanasi are usually January, February, March, November and December.
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In May, Varanasi averages a daytime high of about 40°C and a night-time low of around 28°C, based on recent historical data.
Rainfall is light in May: roughly 5 mm across the whole month.
May is seriously hot in Varanasi. It's still doable - plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening, and build in shade and hydration breaks around midday. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Varanasi are usually January, February, March, November and December.