What October feels like in Bangalore
October falls in Bangalore's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. Evenings bring a clear drop in temperature, and nights stay mild. The air is muggy, so it feels hotter than the thermometer suggests.
Rain in Bangalore in October
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. Each rainy day adds about 8.3 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 7 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in October
Mid-month, Bangalore gets 11 h 52 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:09 am to sunset near 6:01 pm. Days are getting shorter: 21 min less daylight than in mid-September. Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 77% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How October compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, October comes out as the 6th coolest month in Bangalore. It is about as warm as September, with about the same rain. Temperatures barely move from one month to the next here. November averages a high of 26.2°C (79.2°F).
Who October suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Bangalore in October
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Bangalore in October?
Afternoons average 26.9°C (80.4°F) and nights about 18.8°C (65.8°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 6th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Bangalore in October?
Quite a lot — 133 mm spread over about 16 days.
What should I wear in Bangalore in October?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is October or November better for visiting Bangalore?
November, narrowly: it ranks #4 of 12 among Bangalore's months, against #6 for the other. November has fewer rainy days.