AI-generatedHosur at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- Apr · 35°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,130 h
- Rain a year
- 908 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 871 m
Climate in Hosur
Hosur has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 35 °C, while December is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year, Hosur is moderately sunny; March is the sunniest month with 8.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Hosur
The best time to visit Hosur is from December to February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from November to December. From March to May it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is October with 154 mm.
Hosur through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Hosur in the dry season
Nov – Apr
Good
- 27–35 °C by day
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days in all
Hosur in the rainy season
May – Oct
Fair
- 29–34 °C by day
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 98 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Mar – May
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
May – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – January
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: December – February
October is in the cyclone season Hurricane season
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 23°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 24°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
06:0818:00
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 05:55–06:37 · evening 17:32–18:13
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:47–05:55 · evening 18:13–18:22
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 Hosur compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 28° at the end. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 19° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.7 h |
What is the weather like in Hosur in October?
In October, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 154 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 52 min06:08 – 18:00
- UV index
- 12 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 22 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 77 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 7 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %76 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %27 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %6 %
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
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Hosur
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
December has the better holiday weather in Hosur: score 87 against 45. In December, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. December has 12 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in December.
| Month | October | December |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 87better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 4.6 h | 5.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 154 mm | 37 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 22 | 4better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Hosur month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
86January28° · 7.3 h
In January, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in January72February31° · 8.1 h
In February, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in February56March34° · 8.3 h
In March, Hosur is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 19 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in March43April35° · 7.8 h
In April, Hosur is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in April26May34° · 6.9 h
In May, Hosur is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 123 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in May38June31° · 4.6 h
In June, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 96 mm. On about 18 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 Hosur.
Hosur in June40July29° · 3.8 h
In July, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 105 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in July45August29° · 3.9 h
In August, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 107 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in August45September29° · 4.5 h
In September, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 16 days, totalling 115 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in September45October29° · 4.6 h
In October, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 154 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in October66November28° · 4.7 h
In November, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in November87December27° · 5.7 h
In December, Hosur is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 37 mm in total. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Hosur.
Hosur in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Hosur
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 20°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 22 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (16°), the warmest in May (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from March to October; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from November to February. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 170 days a year, mostly from May to October.
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 | 86 | 28° | 16° | 7.3 h | 1 | 6 |
| FebruaryFeb | 72 | 31° | 17° | 8.1 h | 1 | 7 |
| MarchMar | 56 | 34° | 20° | 8.3 h | 3 | 19 |
| AprilApr | 43 | 35° | 22° | 7.8 h | 7 | 55 |
| MayMay | 26 | 34° | 22° | 6.9 h | 16 | 123 |
| JuneJun | 38 | 31° | 21° | 4.6 h | 16 | 96 |
| JulyJul | 40 | 29° | 21° | 3.8 h | 17 | 105 |
| AugustAug | 45 | 29° | 20° | 3.9 h | 16 | 107 |
| SeptemberSep | 45 | 29° | 20° | 4.5 h | 16 | 115 |
| OctoberOct | 45 | 29° | 20° | 4.6 h | 17 | 154 |
| NovemberNov | 66 | 28° | 18° | 4.7 h | 11 | 85 |
| DecemberDec | 87 | 27° | 16° | 5.7 h | 5 | 37 |
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
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Sunshine hours in Hosur
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 4.6 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Hosur, 39 % 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 Hosur: 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, Hosur has about 17 rainy days with 154 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Hosur
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 12 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 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 Hosur
How breezy and how cloudy Hosur 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 Hosur typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 77 % of the sky over Hosur: mostly cloudy, with about 4.6 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 Hosur
How often the day gets hot in Hosur (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, Hosur has about 7 hot days, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
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 Hosur
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Hosur 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.
Hosur has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 87) and its weakest during May half-term (score 28).
- 47
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 28
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Frequent rain, Storm season
- 43
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- 3.9 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 45
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 87
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 3 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 15 min
- Distance
- 8,090 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
Hosur 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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Hosur vs Bengaluru
In October the holiday weather in Hosur and Bengaluru is about equally good (score 45 vs 48). During the day it is about as warm in Bengaluru as in Hosur.
| in October | Hosur | Bengaluru |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 48 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 17 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Dec – Jan |
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Frequently asked questions about Hosur
When is the best time to visit Hosur?
The best time to visit Hosur is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Hosur?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 22 °C. December is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Hosur?
The rainy season is from May to October; the wettest month is October with 154 mm. The driest month is January with 6 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Hosur get?
Hosur gets around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is March with 8.3 hours a day; in July there are 3.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Hosur in?
Hosur is on UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Hosur?
A nonstop flight from London to Hosur takes about 10 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,090 km.
When is cyclone season in Hosur?
Hosur 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 Hosur?
Hosur has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 87) and its weakest during May half-term (score 28). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 47, May half-term 28, summer holidays 43, October half-term 45, Christmas holidays 87.