Imphal in September
Manipur, India
Lingering monsoon humidity still makes outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable despite decreasing rainfall
September monsoon retreats. The valley starts drying.
The September story
Late September can work for city sightseeing — Ima Keithel and Kangla Fort are fine.
Why September scores 4.0/10
Weather
Monsoon retreating. Rain decreasing.
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
Who should think twice
- ✗all explorers
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6.0/10 | Cool 4-22°C. Dry. Pleasant. Ima Keithel bustling. |
| February | 6.0/10 | Warming 5-24°C. Dry. Yaoshang (Holi equivalent) celebrations. |
| March | 8.0/10 | Warm 10-28°C. Cheiraoba (Manipuri New Year, March/April). Spring. |
| April | 6.0/10 | Hot 14-30°C. Pre-monsoon. Still pleasant. |
| May | 4.0/10 | Hot 18-32°C. Pre-monsoon. Humid. |
| June | 2.0/10 | Monsoon. 20-28°C. Heavy rain. |
| July | 2.0/10 | Peak monsoon. Heavy rain. |
| August | 2.0/10 | Monsoon continues. |
| Septemberviewing | 4.0/10 | Monsoon retreating. Rain decreasing. |
| October | 8.0/10 | Post-monsoon. 14-28°C. Clear. Green. Pleasant. |
| November | 10.0/10 | Best month. 10-26°C. Sangai Festival! Clear weather. |
| December | 8.0/10 | Cool 5-24°C. Dry. Clear. Post-Sangai calm. |
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