Best Time to Visit Bihar 🗓️❄️
To truly enjoy the ruins and temples, timing your visit to avoid the extreme heat is crucial.
The Ideal Window (October to March): This is the "Golden Season" for visiting Bihar. The weather is cool, crisp, and pleasant, with temperatures hovering between 10°C and 25°C. It is the perfect climate for walking tours of sprawling ruins like Nalanda or climbing the hills of Rajgir.
The Festival Season: Visiting in late October or November allows you to witness Chhath Puja, the state's most significant and visually stunning festival. The energy is electric, and the weather is transitioning into winter.
Months to Avoid (April to June): The summer in Bihar is unforgiving, with temperatures often crossing 40°C (104°F). The hot, dry wind known as Loo makes outdoor sightseeing dangerous and exhausting. Monsoon (July-September) is lush and green but can lead to flooded roads and travel delays.
