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Indore is the largest city in Madhya Pradesh and the commercial capital of central India, set on the Malwa plateau at 553 metres above sea level. It gets about 930mm of rain a year, almost all of it in the June to September monsoon, and runs hot in summer with May averaging 40°C (104°F). The city is best known for its Holkar-era palaces, the Sarafa night food market and the Rang Panchami colour festival, and it makes a practical base for day trips to Ujjain, Mandu and Omkareshwar.
Welcome to Indore
You can see Indore’s core in a day: start at the seven-storey Rajwada Palace in the Old City, walk the jewellery lanes to the mirrored Kanch Mandir, then head out to the Khajrana Ganesh Temple before returning to Sarafa Bazaar after 21:00, when the market flips from gold shops to one of India’s great street-food strips. Beyond the centre, the new western districts of Vijay Nagar and Palasia hold the malls, restaurants and hotels, while a second day opens up Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar temple or the medieval hilltop fort of Mandu.
Indore Weather at a Glance
Indore has three clear seasons. Winter, from November to February, is dry and mild, with daytime highs of 26 to 29°C (79 to 84°F) and nights down to 10°C (50°F). Summer, from March to June, heats up fast, peaking in May at 40°C (104°F). The monsoon runs from late June to September, with July the wettest month at about 290mm of rain and humidity near 80 percent. For the full month-by-month numbers, see our Indore weather by month guide.
Indore Seasonal Snapshot
- Winter (November to February): 26 to 29°C by day, 10 to 14°C at night, almost no rain. The best season for sightseeing and street food.
- Summer (March to June): 34 to 40°C by day, peaking in May. Avoid midday sightseeing; plan indoor museums and malls.
- Monsoon (late June to September): 28 to 30°C by day with 120 to 290mm of monthly rain. Waterfalls are at their best; carry rain gear daily.
- Post-monsoon (October): 32°C by day, humidity fading, about 40mm of rain early in the month. A good shoulder-season window.
Indore Travel Guides
- Indore Weather by Month – monthly temperatures, rainfall and a full climate table.
- Best Time to Visit Indore – the cheapest, coolest and least crowded months to go.
- Things to Do in Indore – palaces, temples, food markets and day trips to Ujjain and Mandu.
- Events and Festivals in Indore – Rang Panchami, Navratri and the full festival calendar.
- Best Neighborhoods in Indore – where to stay, eat and shop across the city’s districts.
- Where to Stay in Indore – hotel picks by area, from five-star Vijay Nagar to budget Old City.
- Indore Travel Tips and FAQ – airport, metro, visa, safety and money answers.
Where Is Indore and What Shapes Its Weather
Indore sits in western Madhya Pradesh on the Malwa plateau, about 553 metres above sea level, roughly 190 km west of Bhopal and 55 km from the holy city of Ujjain. The elevation keeps the city a few degrees cooler than lowland central India and cuts the humidity of the monsoon slightly, though the southwest monsoon still delivers about 930mm of annual rain between June and September. The plateau location also means wide temperature swings in winter, when December nights drop to 10°C (50°F).
Where to Stay in Indore
Choose Vijay Nagar in the west for five-star comfort and malls, the Old City for character and street food, or the airport corridor for fly-in convenience. Budget rooms run 1,500 to 3,000 rupees, mid-range 3,000 to 6,000, and five-star 8,000 to 12,000 rupees a night. Our where to stay in Indore guide breaks down every area with specific hotel picks.
Suggested Hotels in Indore
Indore Marriott Hotel
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Lemon Tree Hotel Indore
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Ginger Indore
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Indore Quick Facts
- Best months to visit: October to March
- Hottest month: May, averaging 40°C (104°F)
- Coolest month: January, averaging 26°C (79°F) by day
- Wettest month: July, about 290mm of rain
- Annual rainfall: about 930mm
- Elevation: 553 metres (1,814 ft)
- Airport: Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport (IDR), 8 km from the centre
- Nearest sacred cities: Ujjain (55 km), Omkareshwar (77 km)
