What is the best time to visit Kaziranga National Park?

The best time to visit Kaziranga National Park is in between November and April, covering the winter and early spring seasons. During these months, the weather is conducive to wildlife exploration and outdoor activities, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 25°C. This period offers ideal conditions for spotting the park's diverse wildlife, including the renowned one-horned rhinoceros. Since the whole of Assam receives a major rainfall in the monsoon and the pre-monsoon time of the year, the Kaziranga National Park floods in the months of June, July and August. The water starts receding in September and October and the place is open to tourism from November again. Hence, during this time the landscapes are lush and vibrant, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the park. 

Peak Season: The peak tourist season in Kaziranga National Park is from November to April, particularly during December and February. This period coincides with the dry season when temperatures range from 5°C to 25°C, providing pleasant weather for wildlife safaris and outdoor activities. The peak season attracts a high number of visitors due to optimal wildlife sightings, especially of the park's iconic species like the Indian one-horned rhinoceros and Bengal tiger.

Shoulder Season: The shoulder season in Kaziranga National Park falls between October and November, and from April to May. During these months, temperatures range from 10°C to 30°C, offering comfortable weather for exploration. While wildlife sightings may not be as frequent as during the peak season, visitors can still enjoy lesser crowds and more affordable accommodation rates. This period is ideal for those seeking a quieter experience amidst the park's serene landscapes.

Off-Season: The off-season in Kaziranga National Park is from June to September, coinciding with the monsoon season. During this time, heavy rainfall occurs, leading to flooding and the closure of the park. The weather is characterized by high humidity and temperatures ranging from 25°C to 35°C. While the off-season offers lush greenery and fewer tourists, it is not suitable for wildlife safaris or outdoor activities due to adverse weather conditions.

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Monthly Weather in Kaziranga National Park

Month High/Low (°C) Rain
January 23°/ 12° 9 days
February 25°/ 14° 10 days
March 30°/ 16° 5 days
April 30°/ 18° 13 days
May 30°/ 21° 26 days
June 32°/ 24° 27 days
July 30°/ 24° 30 days
August 33°/ 24° 27 days
September 30°/ 23° 28 days
October 30°/ 20° 19 days
November 28°/ 18° 7 days
December 25°/ 12° 3 days

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Kaziranga National Park in November-May/April

The onset of monsoon is witnessed in June, in all of the North-east and the Kaziranga part of Assam is no different. Therefore, the tourism remains shut from June to October, when the Brahmaputra basins flood and water reaches the Kaziranga National Park. As the monsoons fade, the water starts drying up and receding by November; exactly when the tourism again commences. The weather in November is pleasant and enjoyable.

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