Best Time to Visit Badami

The erstwhile capital of Badami Chalukyas from 540 to 757 BCE, Badami is a popular town in Karnataka. Formerly known as Vatapi, Badami is majorly known for its architectural marvels and cave temples. The best time to visit Badami is from July to March when the region experiences pleasant weather, which makes the sightseeing tour comfortable.

However, the region enjoys comfortable weather throughout the year with minimum fluctuations in the temperature. Badami enjoys mild winters and receives average to heavy rainfall in the monsoon season, which makes it a year-round destination. Owing to its geographical location, this idyllic town is a semi-arid region. Winter and spring is an ideal time to visit Badami.

Here is the detailed information about the best time to visit Badami with the description of the climatic conditions in all the seasons.

Badami in summer - From April till July

In the summer season, the region experiences dry and warm weather. During the daytime, the temperature shoots up as high as 35⁰C, which makes the sightseeing tour uncomfortable. In the mornings and evenings, it dips as low as 25⁰C and at that time tourists can go for sightseeing tours when the weather remains cooler.

This is an amazing time to visit Badami for budget travelers when they can easily find the accommodations and also easily bargain the amount owing to the offbeat season. However, the sunflower fields are draped with large yellow sunflowers, which makes them worthy to explore.

• Average Temperature in Khajjiar in summers: 25⁰ C to 35⁰ C

Things to do in Badami in summer

• Explore the Archeological Museum.
• Go for a heritage walk.
• Enjoy a sightseeing tour in the morning and evening.

Tips

• Pack your bag according to the weather. Carry light cotton clothes as the region experiences scorching heat.
• Wear sunglasses and sunscreen to avoid sunburn.
• Always carry adequate water to stay hydrated.
• Cover yourself properly to avoid tanning.

Badami in Monsoon - From July till September

Monsoon hits Badami in July and lasts till September. The rainfall brings respite from the scorching heat and warm climatic conditions. The region transformed into a picturesque location and made the sightseeing comfortable as the temperature dips and ranges from 21⁰C to 31⁰C. In July and August, the region experiences torrential rain owing to which most of the people avoid visiting the region. This is also a perfect time to visit for budget travelers as the hotel tariffs dip considerably.

• Average Temperature in Khajjiar in monsoon: 21⁰ C to 31⁰ C

Things to do in Badami in the monsoon

• Indulge in a nature walk.
• Embark on a city exploration tour.
• Enjoy the visit to Agastya Lake.
• Soak in the serene environs of the tranquil surroundings.

Tips

• Carry ponchos, raincoats, and umbrellas to save yourself from the rains.
• Also, carry flashlights and power banks.
• Nature walking and trekking allow you to get glimpses of the stunning beauty of the place.

Badami in winter - From October till March

Winters of Badami are mild and pleasant. This is the best time to visit Badami as the city enjoys pleasant and soothing climatic conditions in this season. The top attractions of Badami that tourists can explore in this season are Cave Temples, Bhutanatha Temples, and Mahakuta Temples.

The temperature in this season ranges between 15 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius. This is an amazing time to indulge in outdoor activities and sightseeing tours. Also, there are numerous festivals held in the city during this season including Dussehra, Diwali, Banashankari Festival, and Pattadakal Dance Festival.

• Average Temperature in Badami in winter: 15⁰C to 28⁰ C

Things to do in Badami in winter

• Indulge in rock climbing.
• Enjoy a heritage tour in the city.
• Relish the serene nature.
• Explore the temples and other architectural marvels.

Tips

• Carry winter jackets, pullovers, and thermals.
• Pack your first-aid kit along with the prescribed medicines (if any) and some over-the-counter medications for cold and cough in hand all the time.
• Wear comfortable shoes while going for trekking and nature walks.
• Book your accommodations in advance as winter is the peak time and there are chances that you will not get the hotel or resort at a reasonable price at the last moment.