AI-generatedPuri at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest month
- May · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Jun · 29.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,280 h
- Rain a year
- 1,534 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 16 m
Climate in Puri
Puri 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 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 27 °C. With around 2,280 hours of sunshine a year, Puri is sunny; April is the sunniest month with 8.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Puri
The best time to visit Puri is from December to February. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to May. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in January. In May it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is July with 378 mm.
Puri through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Puri in the dry season
Nov – May
Good
- 27–33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Puri in the rainy season
Jun – Oct
Poor
- 32–33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.3 h of sun a day
- 113 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – May
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
May
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: 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 – February
October is in the cyclone season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 32°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 28°
- Night, 23:00: about 27°
05:4117:24
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 05:27–06:10 · evening 16:54–17:38
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:18–05:27 · evening 17:38–17:46
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 Puri compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 32° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The sea cools from 30° to 29°. The days get 0.5 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 32° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 26° | 23° |
| Sea | 30° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.5 h |
What is the weather like in Puri in October?
In October, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 15 days, totalling 162 mm. On about 29 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 Puri.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 43 min05:41 – 17:24
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 12 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 55 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 29 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %35 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %45 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %21 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Puri
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Puri: score 93 against 33. In January, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 5 °C cooler in January. January has 13 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 33 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 32° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 18° |
| Sea | 29.5° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 5.7 h | 7.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 15 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 162 mm | 11 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 7better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Puri month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
93January27° · Sea 25° · 7.5 h
In January, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in January80February30° · Sea 26° · 7.6 h
In February, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in February69March32° · Sea 27° · 8.0 h
In March, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in March65April32° · Sea 28° · 8.5 h
In April, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 28.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 15 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in April55May33° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h
In May, Puri is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 51 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in May22June33° · Sea 30° · 5.0 h
In June, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 28 °C. The sea averages 29.6 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 17 days, totalling 195 mm. On about 26 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 Puri.
Puri in June20July32° · Sea 29° · 3.5 h
In July, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 27 days, totalling 378 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 Puri.
Puri in July20August32° · Sea 29° · 3.3 h
In August, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.3 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 358 mm. On about 28 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 Puri.
Puri in August20September32° · Sea 30° · 4.1 h
In September, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 27 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 277 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 Puri.
Puri in September33October32° · Sea 30° · 5.7 h
In October, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 15 days, totalling 162 mm. On about 29 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 Puri.
Puri in October72November30° · Sea 28° · 6.7 h
In November, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 36 mm in total. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in November85December28° · Sea 26° · 7.0 h
In December, Puri is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Puri.
Puri in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Puri
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 25°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (18°), 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) on about 292 days a year, mostly from February to November.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 93 | 27° | 18° | 24.9° | 7.5 h | 2 | 11 |
| FebruaryFeb | 80 | 30° | 22° | 25.9° | 7.6 h | 2 | 13 |
| MarchMar | 69 | 32° | 25° | 27.4° | 8.0 h | 4 | 17 |
| AprilApr | 65 | 32° | 27° | 28.1° | 8.5 h | 3 | 15 |
| MayMay | 55 | 33° | 28° | 29.1° | 8.2 h | 5 | 51 |
| JuneJun | 22 | 33° | 28° | 29.6° | 5.0 h | 17 | 195 |
| JulyJul | 20 | 32° | 27° | 29.2° | 3.5 h | 27 | 378 |
| AugustAug | 20 | 32° | 27° | 29.1° | 3.3 h | 28 | 358 |
| SeptemberSep | 20 | 32° | 27° | 29.5° | 4.1 h | 26 | 277 |
| OctoberOct | 33 | 32° | 25° | 29.5° | 5.7 h | 15 | 162 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 30° | 21° | 27.8° | 6.7 h | 4 | 36 |
| DecemberDec | 85 | 28° | 18° | 25.8° | 7.0 h | 2 | 20 |
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
19.80° N, 85.82° E · 16 m · Asia/Kolkata
Sea temperature in Puri
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 29.0 – 30.0 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Puri ranges from 24.9 °C in January to 29.6 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in June, while the air already peaks in May. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in June, eight out of ten years were between 28.9 and 30.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 24.9° | 24.4° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.9° | 25.4° | 26.7° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 27.4° | 27.1° | 27.9° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.1° | 27.6° | 28.8° | warm |
| MayMay | 29.1° | 28.4° | 29.7° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.6° | 28.9° | 30.2° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 29.2° | 28.5° | 29.9° | very warm |
| AugustAug | 29.1° | 28.5° | 29.8° | very warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.5° | 28.9° | 30.2° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.5° | 29.0° | 30.0° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.8° | 27.3° | 28.5° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 25.8° | 25.2° | 26.4° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Puri
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 5.7 of 11.7 hours of daylight in Puri, 49 % 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 Puri: 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, Puri has about 15 rainy days with 162 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Puri
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in May (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 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 Puri
How breezy and how cloudy Puri 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 Puri typically peaks at 12 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 55 % of the sky over Puri: variable cloud, with about 5.7 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 Puri
How often the day gets hot in Puri (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, Puri has about 29 hot days, with an average daytime high of 32 °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 Puri
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Puri 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.
Puri has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 20).
- 66
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 48
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 20
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 3.4 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 33
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 89
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 10 h 10 min
- Distance
- 8,050 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
Puri 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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Puri vs Bhubaneswar
In October the holiday weather in Puri and Bhubaneswar is about equally good (score 33 vs 34). During the day it is about as warm in Bhubaneswar as in Puri.
| in October | Puri | Bhubaneswar |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 33 | 34 |
| Daytime high | 32° | 32° |
| Sea | 30° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 15 | 15 |
| Best time | Dec – Feb | Nov – Jan |
Through the year
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In October, Puri ranks 24 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Puri
When is the best time to visit Puri?
The best time to visit Puri is from December to February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Puri?
The sea temperature in Puri ranges from 24.9 °C in January to 29.6 °C in June. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Puri in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.5 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in Puri?
May is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 28 °C. January is the coolest month at 27 °C.
When does it rain most in Puri?
The rainy season is from June to October; the wettest month is July with 378 mm. The driest month is January with 11 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Puri get?
Puri gets around 2,280 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is April with 8.5 hours a day; in August there are 3.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Puri in?
Puri is on UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Puri?
A nonstop flight from London to Puri takes about 10 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 8,050 km.
When is cyclone season in Puri?
Puri 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 Puri?
Puri has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 20). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 66, May half-term 48, summer holidays 20, October half-term 33, Christmas holidays 89.