Meerut Weather in October

October weather

October feels warm rather than scorching, with afternoons reaching 32°C and evenings cooling to around 18°C. The air is less damp than in September, and rain is usually brief: the data records just two rainy days. With plenty of sunshine, you can explore the city's sights, including St John's Church and the lanes around the old bazaar, without planning your whole day around rain.

Afternoons can still feel hot, so long walks are more comfortable later in the day. The Ganga Canal is a pleasant outing, but October isn't the best time for a demanding walk in the midday sun.

Festivals and crowds

Dussehra, which marks the end of Navratri, can fall in October. Diwali sometimes does too; both dates change each year. When they coincide with your visit, expect local markets and temple areas to be busier, especially around festival evenings. Meerut's Ramlila performances are a local way to see the Dussehra story acted out.

October sits between the rainy summer and the popular November-to-February visiting season. You'll generally find fewer winter visitors, though festival periods can bring a short-lived rush. Rooms and transport may feel less pressured than in peak winter, but prices can rise around major holidays.

A useful local tip

For a quieter visit to Augarnath Temple, also called Kali Paltan Mandir, go outside the main festival rush. The temple has a link to the 1857 uprising, so it's worth taking a moment to read about its history rather than treating it as a quick photo stop.

Families who enjoy local celebrations may like October, but check the Hindu calendar first: the festival atmosphere depends on when Dussehra or Diwali falls. If neither lands during your stay, November is cooler and drier for sightseeing.