Mumbai in November
Great time to visit
Mumbai emerges from its monsoon cocoon refreshed and ready to party. The weather turns delightful and festival season is in full swing.
Weather
Post-monsoon perfection begins as humidity drops significantly and temperatures become pleasant. Cool evenings return and the oppressive stickiness finally lifts. Clear skies dominate.
32°C high20°C low1 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$70/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Diwali
- •Bhai Dooj
- •Guru Nanak Jayanti
- •Tulsi Vivah
November Tips
- •Tourist season officially begins - book accommodations in advance
- •Diwali transforms the entire city with lights and celebrations
- •Perfect weather for exploring markets like Crawford Market and Chor Bazaar
All Months
November through March gives you the best weather window. Temperatures hover around 25-30°C, humidity drops to bearable levels, and you can actually walk outside without melting.
December and January are peak season – hotels cost more, but you'll understand why when you're not sweating through your shirt by 10 AM. This is when Mumbai feels most livable.
April starts getting uncomfortable. May through September is monsoon season, and Mumbai floods regularly. The city literally shuts down during heavy rains. Streets become rivers, trains stop running, and you're stuck wherever you are.
But here's the thing about monsoon season – hotel prices drop 40-50%, and there's something romantic about watching the Arabian Sea during a thunderstorm from your hotel window. Just don't plan outdoor activities.
October is transition month. Still humid, occasional rains, but the city starts coming back to life. Good deals on accommodation if you don't mind some uncertainty.
Mumbai Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
5/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
7/10
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