Caution
Chikmagalur in May
Karnataka, India
Hottest month. Pre-monsoon humidity.
Why May scores 2/5
Weather
Hottest month. Pre-monsoon humidity.
Roads & Access
self drive: SUV recommended for viewpoints. Hatchback fine for town.. road condition: Good highway to town. Mountain roads to viewpoints steep and narrow.. public transport: KSRTC buses from Bangalore. Limited.. from nearest city: Bangalore 250km (5hrs). Mangalore 152km (4hrs). Hassan 55km (1.5hrs).. last km difficulty: moderate
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Chikmagalur Police Station. nearest hospital: District Hospital Chikmagalur. Mangalore (152km) for advanced.
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good in town. Patchy on Mullayanagiri and Baba Budangiri.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Coffee plantations educational, Cool weather, Waterfalls accessible
Elevation
1,090m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓Travelers with basic fitness
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with mobility issues
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4/5 | Cool 10-26°C. Coffee harvest. Clear views from Mullayanagiri. |
| February | 4/5 | Pleasant. Comfortable for treks and plantation visits. |
| March | 3/5 | Warming up. Pre-monsoon showers possible. |
| April | 2/5 | Hot during day. Not ideal for trekking. |
| Mayviewing | 2/5 | Hottest month. Pre-monsoon humidity. |
| June | 2/5 | Monsoon arrives. Leeches on all treks. Waterfalls start. |
| July | 2/5 | Heavy monsoon. Hebbe Falls at peak but roads dangerous. |
| August | 2/5 | Monsoon continues. Leeches. Landslide risk on hill roads. |
| September | 4/5 | Post-monsoon — green hills, waterfalls flowing, mist. Stunning. |
| October | 5/5 | Best month — green, cool, clear mornings, coffee flowers blooming. |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent. Peak season begins. Book homestays ahead. |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — cool mornings, holiday crowds. Mullayanagiri clear. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Bangalore 250km (5hrs). Mangalore 152km (4hrs). Hassan 55km (1.5hrs).. Roads: Good highway to town. Mountain roads to viewpoints steep and narrow.. Self-drive: SUV recommended for viewpoints. Hatchback fine for town.. Public transport: KSRTC buses from Bangalore. Limited.. Last stretch: moderate
Elevation
1,090m
Difficulty
moderate
Budget tier
mid-range
Permits required
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