AI-generatedUdupi at a glance
- Best time
- Dec – Jan
- Warmest month
- Apr · 35°
- Warmest sea
- May · 30.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,310 h
- Rain a year
- 2,898 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30
- Elevation
- 33 m
Climate in Udupi
Udupi 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 July is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year, Udupi is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Udupi
The best time to visit Udupi is from December to January. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to April. From January to May it can get very hot, with highs of up to 35 °C. The rainy season is from June to August; the wettest month is July with 788 mm.
Udupi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Udupi in the dry season
Sep – May
Fair
- 30–35 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 92 rainy days in all
Udupi in the rainy season
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 29–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 3.4 h of sun a day
- 90 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jan – May
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Jun – Aug
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
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
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 26°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 31°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:2118:12
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 06:08–06:49 · evening 17:44–18:25
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:00–06:08 · evening 18:25–18:34
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 Udupi compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 31° at the start of the month to 32° at the end. The sea warms from 28° to 29°. The days get 0.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 28° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.0 h | 11.7 h |
What is the weather like in Udupi in October?
In October, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 239 mm. On about 25 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 Udupi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 51 min06:21 – 18:12
- UV index
- 11 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 74 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 25 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+5:30offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %48 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %42 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
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 Udupi
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 Udupi: score 62 against 32. In January, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. January has 21 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 32 | 62better |
| Daytime high | 31° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 21° |
| Sea | 28.6° | 28.4° |
| Sunshine | 5.5 h | 9.0 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 22 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 239 mm | 4 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 23better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Udupi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
62January33° · Sea 28° · 9.0 h
In January, Udupi is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Udupi.
Udupi in January56February34° · Sea 29° · 9.0 h
In February, Udupi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Udupi.
Udupi in February50March35° · Sea 29° · 8.5 h
In March, Udupi is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 15 mm in total. 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 Udupi.
Udupi in March37April35° · Sea 30° · 7.8 h
In April, Udupi is very hot: daytime highs average 35 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Udupi.
Udupi in April15May34° · Sea 30° · 5.9 h
In May, Udupi is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 30.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 209 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 not an ideal month for a holiday in Udupi.
Udupi in May31June30° · Sea 29° · 3.4 h
In June, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 675 mm. On about 16 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 Udupi.
Udupi in June37July29° · Sea 28° · 3.1 h
In July, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 31 days, totalling 788 mm. On about 8 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 Udupi.
Udupi in July38August29° · Sea 27° · 3.7 h
In August, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 531 mm. On about 9 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 Udupi.
Udupi in August37September30° · Sea 28° · 4.9 h
In September, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 291 mm. On about 17 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 Udupi.
Udupi in September32October31° · Sea 29° · 5.5 h
In October, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 239 mm. On about 25 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 Udupi.
Udupi in October45November33° · Sea 29° · 6.9 h
In November, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 78 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, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Udupi.
Udupi in November60December33° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h
In December, Udupi is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 30 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 Udupi.
Udupi in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Udupi
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (21°), the warmest in April (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 344 days a year.
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 | 62 | 33° | 21° | 28.4° | 9.0 h | 1 | 4 |
| FebruaryFeb | 56 | 34° | 21° | 28.6° | 9.0 h | 0 | 2 |
| MarchMar | 50 | 35° | 24° | 29.3° | 8.5 h | 3 | 15 |
| AprilApr | 37 | 35° | 26° | 30.0° | 7.8 h | 8 | 45 |
| MayMay | 15 | 34° | 26° | 30.1° | 5.9 h | 18 | 209 |
| JuneJun | 31 | 30° | 24° | 29.2° | 3.4 h | 29 | 675 |
| JulyJul | 37 | 29° | 23° | 27.8° | 3.1 h | 31 | 788 |
| AugustAug | 38 | 29° | 23° | 26.9° | 3.7 h | 30 | 531 |
| SeptemberSep | 37 | 30° | 23° | 27.5° | 4.9 h | 25 | 291 |
| OctoberOct | 32 | 31° | 23° | 28.6° | 5.5 h | 22 | 239 |
| NovemberNov | 45 | 33° | 22° | 29.2° | 6.9 h | 10 | 78 |
| DecemberDec | 60 | 33° | 21° | 28.9° | 8.2 h | 4 | 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
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Sea temperature in Udupi
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 27.7 – 29.3 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Udupi ranges from 26.9 °C in August to 30.1 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in April. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 29.3 and 30.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.4° | 28.0° | 29.0° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.6° | 28.1° | 29.0° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.7° | 29.8° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 30.0° | 29.2° | 30.7° | very warm |
| MayMay | 30.1° | 29.3° | 30.7° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 29.2° | 28.2° | 30.0° | very warm |
| JulyJul | 27.8° | 26.8° | 28.3° | warm |
| AugustAug | 26.9° | 26.1° | 27.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.5° | 26.9° | 28.3° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 28.6° | 27.7° | 29.3° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 29.2° | 28.7° | 29.7° | very warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.9° | 28.4° | 29.2° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Udupi
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 5.5 of 11.9 hours of daylight in Udupi, 46 % 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 Udupi: 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, Udupi has about 22 rainy days with 239 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Udupi
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 11 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in August (UV 13).
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 Udupi
How breezy and how cloudy Udupi 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 Udupi typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 74 % of the sky over Udupi: mostly cloudy, with about 5.5 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 Udupi
How often the day gets hot in Udupi (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, Udupi has about 25 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °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 Udupi
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Udupi 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.
Udupi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 61) and its weakest during May half-term (score 18).
- 41
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 35 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 18
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 30 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 38
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 3.5 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 32
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 61
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.6 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 55 min
- Distance
- 7,830 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
Udupi 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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Udupi vs Mangaluru
In October the holiday weather in Udupi and Mangaluru is about equally good (score 32 vs 36). During the day it is about as warm in Mangaluru as in Udupi. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Udupi | Mangaluru |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 32 | 36 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 22 | 22 |
| Best time | Dec – Jan | Dec – Feb |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Udupi
When is the best time to visit Udupi?
The best time to visit Udupi is from December to January. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Udupi?
The sea temperature in Udupi ranges from 26.9 °C in August to 30.1 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Udupi in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Udupi?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 35 °C and nights around 26 °C. July is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in Udupi?
The rainy season is from June to August; the wettest month is July with 788 mm. The driest month is February with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Udupi get?
Udupi gets around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.0 hours a day; in July there are 3.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Udupi in?
Udupi is on UTC+5:30 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Udupi?
A nonstop flight from London to Udupi takes about 9 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,830 km.
When is cyclone season in Udupi?
Udupi 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 Udupi?
Udupi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 61) and its weakest during May half-term (score 18). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 41, May half-term 18, summer holidays 38, October half-term 32, Christmas holidays 61.