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Best Time to Visit Karnataka

Peak Season

(October-February): Pleasant weather across most regions with temperatures between 15-28°C. Dasara festival (October) sees accommodation prices increase by 30-50% in Mysore region.

Mid Season

(March-May, August-September): Pre-monsoon summer and post-monsoon periods offer good conditions with fewer crowds. Hill stations popular during summer months with corresponding price increases.

Off Season (June-July)

Southwest monsoon brings heavy rainfall particularly to coastal and Western Ghats regions. Many outdoor activities limited, but lush landscapes and waterfalls at their best. Accommodation prices drop by 25-40%.

Language Tips

Kannada is the official language; English widely spoken in urban and tourist areas; coastal regions have Malayalam and Tulu influence; simple Kannada phrases appreciated.

Climate of Karnataka

Karnataka experiences diverse climate zones across its regions. Coastal areas (Mangalore, Gokarna) remain warm and humid year-round with temperatures ranging from 24-35°C. The central plateau (Bangalore, Mysore) enjoys moderate climate (18-35°C) with pleasant conditions most of the year. Hill stations (Coorg, Chikmagalur) offer cooler temperatures (10-25°C) with misty conditions during monsoons. The state experiences two monsoon seasons: the Southwest monsoon (June-September) affecting coastal and Western Ghats regions intensely, and the Northeast monsoon (October-December) bringing moderate rainfall to interior districts.