Amritsar Travel Guide: Best Time, Costs & Tips

October–November and February–March are ideal. December–January is cold and foggy, which can delay trains and flights.

Best time
February, March, October, November
Also okay
January, April, September, December
Trip style
Spiritual & culture
Daily budget (per person)
₹1,500+ backpacker · ₹2,900–₹6,000 mid-range

Month-by-month weather guide for Amritsar

JanOkay FebBest MarBest AprOkay MayNot ideal JunNot ideal JulNot ideal AugNot ideal SepOkay OctBest NovBest DecOkay

Festivals and events

  • April: Baisakhi (Apr)
  • November: Diwali at the Golden Temple (Oct/Nov)

Festival dates often follow the lunar calendar and change every year. Confirm before booking.

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