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Summer arrives early, with temperatures beginning to rise in late February or early March .
As the winter chill fades, the Indian subcontinent begins its transformation. By late March, the sun takes center stage, marking the start of a season that is as intense as it is vibrant. Whether you are a traveler planning a visit or a local prepping for the heat, here is everything you need to know about the Indian summer. when is summer season in india
The summer season in generally lasts from . According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the official summer or "pre-monsoon" period is from April to June , though it can extend into July in northwestern regions. Summer arrives early, with temperatures beginning to rise
| Region | Typical Summer Months | Peak Temperature | Key Feature | |--------|----------------------|------------------|--------------| | (Delhi, UP, Haryana, Rajasthan) | Mid-March to June-end | 40–48°C (104–118°F) | Dry heat, dust storms, heatwaves common | | West India (Gujarat, Maharashtra interior) | March to early June | 38–45°C (100–113°F) | Dry heat except coastal high humidity | | East & Northeast India (Kolkata, Assam, Bihar) | March to May | 35–42°C (95–108°F) | High humidity; frequent thunderstorms | | South India (Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra, Kerala) | February to May (some areas even to June) | 30–40°C (86–104°F) | High humidity; moderate temps on coast; cooler in hill stations (Ooty, Munnar) | | Himalayan Foothills (Himachal, Uttarakhand, Sikkim) | April to June (as summer) | 15–30°C (59–86°F) | Mild to warm days, cool nights; ideal summer retreat | Whether you are a traveler planning a visit