Assam is endowed with the Tropical Monsoon Rainforest Climate which means it experiences heavy rainfall and high humidity. The monsoon downpours help release the heat of the summer and contributes to more fog in the winter. However, due to rising water levels, houses and livestock often get washed away. Bridges and roads get damaged because of the floods. Given these occurrences, the monsoon season is not the best time to visit Assam.
So, if you are planning to visit Assam, either pick winters for the best experience or go for summers to cut short the trip expenses.
Summers
In summers, Assam is a refreshing retreat; the climate is not too hot and not too cold but it’s humid. The best places to visit in Assam during summers are Tea Garden, Umananda Temple, Jatinga, Dibrugarh, Agnigarh Hill, Majuli, etc. You can enjoy wildlife exploration at wildlife havens like Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Nameri National Park, Pabitora Wildlife Sanctuary and Orang National Park. Moreover, summer happens to be an offseason, and one can get good hotel and travel deals.
The state has an unending list of tourist attraction spread all across its territory. If you visit Assam in the summer season, you can tour the entire state without having to worry about pouring rains ruining your plans. Besides, you can partake in exciting activities like cruising, parasailing, river rafting, trekking, and nature photography.
The average day temperature in Assam during summers can be expected to goes up to 38 Degree Celsius. The average night temperature here during summers stays around 20 Degree Celsius.
Monsoon
Monsoon won’t be a good time to visit Assam as the region experiences heavy rainfall, which may cause the Brahmaputra River to flood its banks all across the state. Though the landscapes appear heavenly with the presence of clouds and mist all over the place, most tourists prefer not to make plans to visit Assam during the monsoon season to avoid inconvenience.
Since all the wildlife parks remain closed during monsoons, you will not get to enjoy any wildlife experiences here. And you can also not enjoy activities like river rafting and trekking during the rainy season. Also, one should avoid visiting the hill station as there are chances of landslide.
The average day temperature in Assam during monsoon can be expected to hang around 32 Degree Celsius. The average night temperature here during monsoon stays around 25 Degree Celsius.
Winters
The best time to plan a holiday in Assam has to be the winters. The winter season in Assam begins at the onset of November and lasts till the mid of March. Assam really is a visual treat and comfort to all the senses during the season, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience. The days are pleasant with thin fog protecting the land from harsh sunlight and nights are cold in an ideal manner. If you want a wholesome holiday experience in Assam, this is the best time to visit Assam because the climate is just too perfect from a tourism point of view.
Major tourist destinations in the state are well connected by road and since the state does not receive snowfall except for a place or two, you can visit all of them conveniently. Moreover, the state also hosts numerous cultural events during the season which will add new colors to your experience during your trip to North East India.
During Winter the places you must include on your Assam itinerary would be numerous wildlife parks including Kaziranga National Park and other amazing places like Sualkuchi, Guwahati, Jorhat, and Majuli. Also, winters are the time when the maximum number of adventure activities are available in Assam. Also, this is the most preferred season by honeymooners owing to the romantic vibes of the place.
The average day temperature in Assam during winters can be expected to hang around 21 Degree Celsius. The average night temperature here during winters stays around 7 Degree Celsius.
