Mumbai · Month comparison

December vs January

January ranks #1 overall vs December at #2. Mumbai at its absolute finest — perfect weather and the city buzzing at full energy

Mumbai buildings decorated with Christmas lights in the festive December season

December

#2 of 12 months

Best match

Perfect winter weather with Christmas energy — Bandra's festive season is magical

  • ↑Best weather of the year with Christmas atmosphere in the city's Catholic neighbourhoods
  • ↑New Year's Eve at Marine Drive is one of Asia's great midnight celebrations
Marine Drive seafront promenade in Mumbai on a clear winter evening

January

#1 of 12 months

Best match

Mumbai at its absolute finest — perfect weather and the city buzzing at full energy

  • ↑Ideal 25–30°C with low humidity — outdoor exploration all day is a pleasure
  • ↑Marine Drive at sunset and evening sea breezes make January unforgettable
FactorDecemberJanuary
Weather score
9
9
Value score
4
5
Crowd score
7
7
Events score
6
5
Atmosphere
8
8
Avg high temp31°C31°C
Monthly rain3mm2mm
Daily sunshine9.5hrs9.5hrs

December trade-offs

  • ↓Prices rise for Christmas and New Year's week — book accommodation early
  • ↓Popular restaurants and clubs require reservations weeks ahead for NYE

January trade-offs

  • ↓Peak hotel prices for this time of year — book well ahead
  • ↓Popular restaurants and weekend events fill quickly in January
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