Good Time
Badami in October
Karnataka, India
Post-monsoon. Pleasant. Lake still has water. Best photography.
Why October scores 4/5
Weather
Post-monsoon. Pleasant. Lake still has water. Best photography.
Roads & Access
self drive: Hatchback fine.. road condition: Good state highway.. public transport: Trains to Badami station. Buses from Hubli.. from nearest city: Hubli 105km (2.5hrs). Belgaum 130km (3hrs).. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Badami Police Station. nearest hospital: Government hospital Badami. Hubli (105km) for advanced.
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Basic 4G in town.
Kids
Kid-friendly (3/5) — Educational heritage site, Lake is scenic, Cave exploration exciting
Elevation
580m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
- ✓Anyone looking for the best time to visit
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Best — cool 12-28°C, perfect for cave exploration and lake photography. |
| February | 5/5 | Excellent. Comfortable for the full Chalukya circuit. |
| March | 4/5 | Getting warmer. Morning visits recommended. |
| April | 2/5 | Hot 38°C+. Cave interiors cool but walking between sites tiring. |
| May | 1/5 | Extremely hot 42°C+. Avoid. |
| June | 2/5 | Monsoon brings relief. Agastya Lake fills. Green cliffs. Fewer tourists. |
| July | 2/5 | Monsoon. Lake full. Atmospheric but some paths slippery. |
| August | 2/5 | Heavy rain. Caves sheltered but outdoor sites wet. |
| September | 3/5 | Monsoon ending. Lake still full. Green surroundings. |
| Octoberviewing | 4/5 | Post-monsoon. Pleasant. Lake still has water. Best photography. |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent weather. Comfortable for all sites. |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — cool, clear. Perfect for Chalukya circuit day. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Hubli 105km (2.5hrs). Belgaum 130km (3hrs).. Roads: Good state highway.. Self-drive: Hatchback fine.. Public transport: Trains to Badami station. Buses from Hubli.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
580m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
budget
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