Situated on the Brahmaputra River, Guwahati is a port city in Assam, and hence, it experiences either a dry or wet climate throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 11 ͦC to 36 ͦC.
Best time to visit Guwahati
October-April is the best time to visit Guwahati.
Temperature of Guwahati during different seasons
(1) Guwahati in Summer
April and May are the summer months. During the daytime,
temperatures touch nearly 36⁰C. However, the nights are a bit bearable.
This is not such a great time to take a trip but in April you can witness the
celebration of Rongali or Bohag Bihu, a harvest festival where you can partake
in the community feasts.
Places to see at this
time
Summers is the off-season in Guwahati, so if you hate crowds
(or want to save some money) then this would be an ideal time to hit some
famous sightseeing points at leisure such as Kamakhya Mandir, Umananda Temple, and Dighli Pukri.
A light dish perfect for summer, the dish is made of fish and slices of dried mangosteen.
Poita bhat
Cooked rice is soaked in water and fermented overnight. It is then served the next day (as breakfast) along with onion, mashed potato, mustard oil, chilli, and curd. This dish is cooling to the stomach.
The monsoons last from June to September. It receives moderate to heavy rainfall during these months and is not an ideal time to visit. However, Guwahati enjoys a moderate climate during this season.
Places to see at this time
Guwahati has many places where you can spend considerable time indoors, such as museums, a planetarium, and a science center.
Winters start from November and last till the end of February. The minimum temperature stays around 10⁰C. This is the perfect time to visit Guwahati and see its attractions.
Places to see at this time
Winter is the preferred season to visit Guwahati as the climate is pleasant throughout the day. This is the best time to enjoy Assam’s natural beauty.
River cruise: The Brahmaputra river cruise features wildlife viewing, village walks, and tea garden visits.
Tea factory tour: From the tea garden to your cup, a visit to one of Assam’s tea factory gives you an insight on how the famous Assam tea is made. Take a tour of the gardens and factory before sitting down with a cup of the tea estate’s tea.
Shop at Paltan Bazaar: This market is famous for tribal clothes and bamboo products. Don’t forget to try the local delicacies at the restaurants here.
