Best Time to Visit Sarnath | Travel Information & Tips

Sarnath is located near the confluence of the Ganga and the Gomati rivers in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the very well known tourist spots in the country, and holds a great religious significance among the Buddhists and Jains. The weather condition of Sarnath is characterized by hot summers and enjoyable winters. However, the temperature difference is high and the best time to visit the place is between the months of October to March.

Seasons	Months	Temperature
Summers	April to June	32°c – 46°c
Monsoon	July to Sep	24°c – 32°c
Winter	October to March	5°c – 15°c

When & Where to Visit in Sarnath

Summer in Sarnath:
Summers are hot and harsh in Sarnath, sometimes the temperature rising up till 46 degrees Celsius. Hot dry winds called ‘loo’ blow around the city, so you should take precautions at this time. Sarnath is avoided by tourists in summer.

Monsoon in Sarnath:
Sarnath experiences heavy showers during monsoon season, and this increases the humidity. The average rainfall measures up to 1110 mm, visitors are advised to carry umbrellas and cotton wears at this time. The place does look fresh and green in the monsoon.

Winter in Sarnath:
Sarnath remains pleasant and cool in the winter season, the temperature can decrease to lowest 5 degrees Celsius. It experiences fog and mist around this time; it is advices that you carry some warm clothes. A large number of tourists visit Sarnath in the winter season, it is much comfortable for sightseeing and enjoyable for exploring.