AI-generatedGuntur at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Jan
- Warmest month
- May · 41°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,270 h
- Rain a year
- 976 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 31 m
Climate in Guntur
Guntur has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. May is the warmest month with average highs of 41 °C, while December is the coolest at 30 °C. With around 2,270 hours of sunshine a year, Guntur is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Guntur
The best time to visit Guntur is from December to January. From February to September it can get very hot, with highs of up to 41 °C. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 193 mm.
Guntur through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Guntur in the dry season
Nov – May
Fair
- 30–41 °C by day
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Guntur in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Poor
- 33–38 °C by day
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 83 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Feb – Sep
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: March, December – January
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: December – January
October is in the cyclone season Hurricane season
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 32°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
06:0017:48
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:47–06:29 · evening 17:19–18:01
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:38–05:47 · evening 18:01–18:09
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Guntur compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 33° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The days get 0.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 33° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 23° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.6 h |
What is the weather like in Guntur in October?
In October, Guntur is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 141 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Guntur.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 48 min06:00 – 17:48
- UV index
- 10 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 30 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 65 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 28 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %31 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %35 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %17 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Guntur
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January has the better holiday weather in Guntur: score 71 against 28. In January, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. January has 14 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 28 | 71better |
| Daytime high | 33° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 5.1 h | 7.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 16 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 141 mm | 6 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 30 | 16better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Guntur month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
71January31° · 7.1 h
In January, Guntur is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in January58February33° · 7.9 h
In February, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in February47March36° · 8.1 h
In March, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 36 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in March48April38° · 8.3 h
In April, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 16 mm in total. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in April45May41° · 8.2 h
In May, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 41 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in May15June38° · 5.2 h
In June, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 38 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 14 days, totalling 128 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in June5July35° · 3.8 h
In July, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 19 days, totalling 182 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in July14August34° · 4.1 h
In August, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 165 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in August15September34° · 4.3 h
In September, Guntur is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 193 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in September28October33° · 5.1 h
In October, Guntur is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 141 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in October54November31° · 5.9 h
In November, Guntur is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 64 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in November71December30° · 6.6 h
In December, Guntur is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 25 mm in total. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Guntur.
Guntur in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Guntur
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 30 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (19°), the warmest in May (28°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from February to November; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to January. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 319 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 71 | 31° | 19° | 7.1 h | 2 | 6 |
| FebruaryFeb | 58 | 33° | 20° | 7.9 h | 1 | 7 |
| MarchMar | 47 | 36° | 23° | 8.1 h | 2 | 11 |
| AprilApr | 48 | 38° | 26° | 8.3 h | 2 | 16 |
| MayMay | 45 | 41° | 28° | 8.2 h | 5 | 39 |
| JuneJun | 15 | 38° | 27° | 5.2 h | 14 | 128 |
| JulyJul | 5 | 35° | 26° | 3.8 h | 19 | 182 |
| AugustAug | 14 | 34° | 25° | 4.1 h | 17 | 165 |
| SeptemberSep | 15 | 34° | 25° | 4.3 h | 17 | 193 |
| OctoberOct | 28 | 33° | 24° | 5.1 h | 16 | 141 |
| NovemberNov | 54 | 31° | 21° | 5.9 h | 8 | 64 |
| DecemberDec | 71 | 30° | 19° | 6.6 h | 3 | 25 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
16.30° N, 80.46° E · 31 m · Asia/Kolkata
Sunshine hours in Guntur
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.1 of 11.8 hours of daylight in Guntur, 43 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Guntur: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Guntur has about 16 rainy days with 141 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Guntur
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 10 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 30 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Guntur
How breezy and how cloudy Guntur is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Guntur typically peaks at 11 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 65 % of the sky over Guntur: variable cloud, with about 5.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Guntur
How often the day gets hot in Guntur (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Guntur has about 28 hot days, with an average daytime high of 33 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Guntur
Weather for your travel dates
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Guntur in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Guntur has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 71) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 11).
- 48
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 37 °C by day
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 39
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 40 °C by day
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 11
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 34 °C by day
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain
- 28
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 71
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 5 min
- Distance
- 7,970 km
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Jet lag
- About 5 days (5 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Storm season
Guntur lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April: Season
- May: Peak
- June: Season
- July
- August
- September
- October: Season
- November: Peak
- December: Season
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Guntur vs Amaravati
In October the holiday weather in Guntur and Amaravati is about equally good (score 28 vs 28). During the day it is about as warm in Amaravati as in Guntur.
| in October | Guntur | Amaravati |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 28 | 28 |
| Daytime high | 33° | 33° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 15 |
| Best time | Dec – Jan | Dec – Jan |
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Frequently asked questions about Guntur
When is the best time to visit Guntur?
The best time to visit Guntur is from December to January. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Guntur?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 41 °C and nights around 28 °C. December is the coolest month at 30 °C.
When does it rain most in Guntur?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is September with 193 mm. The driest month is January with 6 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Guntur get?
Guntur gets around 2,270 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.3 hours a day; in July there are 3.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Guntur in?
Guntur is on UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Guntur?
A nonstop flight from London to Guntur takes about 10 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,970 km.
When is cyclone season in Guntur?
Guntur lies in an area that cyclones from the northern Indian Ocean can reach. The cyclone season runs from April to June and from October to December, with most storms in May and in November. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Guntur?
Guntur has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 71) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 48, May half-term 39, summer holidays 11, October half-term 28, Christmas holidays 71.