Mumbai · Month comparison

February vs December

February ranks #1 overall vs December at #2. Perfect weather continues as January's crowds ease — Mumbai's hidden gem month

Gateway of India arch in Mumbai on a perfect winter day

February

#1 of 12 months

Best match

Perfect weather continues as January's crowds ease — Mumbai's hidden gem month

  • Ideal weather with slightly fewer tourists than January — the sweet spot
  • Kala Ghoda Arts Festival runs into February — free outdoor art and performances
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
FactorFebruaryDecember
Weather score
10
10
Value score
5
3
Crowd score
7
9
Events score
7
7
Atmosphere
9
9
Avg high temp32°C31°C
Monthly rain1mm3mm
Daily sunshine10hrs9.5hrs

February trade-offs

  • Humidity starts to build very slightly toward month end
  • Some premium events have passed; the social calendar is slightly quieter

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
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