Mumbai: Best Time to Visit, Nov–Feb | Trailwind

City guideIndiaBest time to visit Mumbai: Nov–Feb. Bollywood, sea breezes, and relentless energy. Weather and timing on Trailwind.

Best time: Nov–Feb

Country: 🇮🇳 India

Region: Maharashtra

Population: 20.0M metro

Currency: INR

Language: Hindi

Timezone: UTC+05:30

Nearest airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (BOM)

The lay of the landMumbai never sits still: colonial-Gothic and art deco line the bay, film dreams draw millions, and the street food may be India's best. It is dense, humid, and endlessly energetic, held together by the sea and the local trains.When to goThe sweet spot is Nov–Feb. Plan around it and you will catch Mumbai close to its best.Getting thereFly into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (BOM). From there Mumbai is an easy hop to the center.Know before you go

Visit November to February to dodge the monsoon and heat.

Ride a local train off-peak to feel the city's pulse.

Eat vada pav and bhel puri from a busy stall.

What to see

Mahim Fort, The Mahim Fort is a fort in Mahim in Mumbai, Maharashtra state, India. Strategically located on the Mahim Bay, the fort overlooks Worli to the south, Bandra to the north, and Mahim to the east. The origins of the fort are unclear, but it occupies a strategic location that has been frequently contested. The fort is currently in disrepair, suffering from administrative neglect, encroachment of slums, and exposure to tidal erosion.

Mount Mary Church, Officially, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, colloquially known as Mount Bandra and Mount St Mary Church; is a basilica (shrine) of the Roman Catholic Church, located at the Bandra neighbourhood of Bombay (Mumbai), India.

Powai Lake, Powai Lake is an artificial lake, situated in Mumbai, India, in the Powai valley, where a Powai village with a cluster of huts existed. The city suburb called Powai shares its name with the lake. Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, one of the premier institutions of science and technology in India, is located to the east of the lake. Another famous institution, the IIM Mumbai erstwhile known as National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), is also located close to the lake.

Bandra–Worli Sea Link, The Bandra–Worli Sea Link is a 5.6 km long, 8-lane wide cable-stayed bridge that links Bandra in the Western Suburbs of Mumbai with Worli in South Mumbai. It is the second longest sea bridge after Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, as well as the 5th longest bridge in India after Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, Bhupen Hazarika Setu, Dibang River Bridge and Mahatma Gandhi Setu. It contains pre-stressed concrete-steel viaducts on either side.

Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai, The Shri Siddhivinayak Ganapati Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ganesha. It is located in Prabhadevi neighbourhood of Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was originally built by Laxman Vithu and Deubai Patil on 19 November 1801. It is one of the most popular Hindu temples in Mumbai.

Worli Fort, The Worli Fort is a fort in Worli, Mumbai, India. Though often incorrectly assumed to have been built by the Portuguese, the fort was built by the British around 1675 on Worli Hill. Worli Fort overlooked Mahim Bay at a time when the city comprised just seven islands and was used as a lookout for enemy ships.

One Avighna Park, One Avighna Park is a twin 64-storey luxury residential skyscraper, located in Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is the 16th tallest building in India.

Palais Royale, Palais Royale is a dance hall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located on Lake Shore Boulevard at the foot of Roncesvalles Avenue on Lake Ontario. Originally built as a boat works, it became notable as a night club in the now-defunct Sunnyside Amusement Park, hosting many prominent 'big band' jazz bands. Since the Park's demolition, the building has ceased to be a nightclub, being used for special occasions and concerts. It has recently been remodeled and is in use for special occasions and meetings.

Pairs well with

Powai Lake, 4 mi away

Mount Mary Church, 4 mi away

Mahim Fort, 4 mi away

Bandra–Worli Sea Link, 5 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Mumbai?The best time to visit Mumbai is Nov–Feb, in India.Where is Mumbai?Mumbai is in India. The nearest major airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (BOM).What is Mumbai known for?Bollywood, sea breezes, and relentless energy.Mumbai month by month: when to visitWhat to plan a trip around, month by month. Jump to a month: January · February · March · April · May · June · July · August · September · October · November · DecemberJanuary in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in January: One of the best months to visit Mumbai. Typical daytime highs around 29°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

February in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in February: One of the best months to visit Mumbai. Typical daytime highs around 31°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

March in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in March: Typical daytime highs around 33°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

April in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in April: Typical daytime highs around 34°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

May in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in May: Typical daytime highs around 33°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

June in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in June: Typical daytime highs around 30°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

July in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in July: Typical daytime highs around 28°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

August in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in August: Typical daytime highs around 28°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

September in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in September: Typical daytime highs around 28°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

October in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in October: Typical daytime highs around 31°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

November in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in November: One of the best months to visit Mumbai. Typical daytime highs around 33°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

December in MumbaiWhat's on in Mumbai in December: One of the best months to visit Mumbai. Typical daytime highs around 31°C.

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, Nashik, October 31, 2026 to September 2027; royal bathing days August 2, August 31, September 11, 2027

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