Caution
Mumbai in July
Maharashtra, India
Heavy monsoon â flooding disrupts transport. Beautiful but impractical
Why July scores 2/5
Weather
Heavy monsoon â flooding disrupts transport. Beautiful but impractical
Roads & Access
self drive: Possible but traffic is extreme. Better to use cabs.. road condition: Well-maintained national highways. Mumbai-Pune Expressway excellent.. public transport: Local trains, metro, BEST buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis, Uber/Ola. from nearest city: International airport (BOM) in the city itself. Domestic flights from everywhere.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 5/5. note: Medical infrastructure among the best in India. helpline: 100 (police), 1800-599-0019 (Maharashtra tourism). ambulance: 108. police station: Every neighbourhood has a police station. nearest hospital: Multiple world-class â Lilavati, Breach Candy, Hinduja, KEM, JJ Hospital
Network
VI: Yes, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Full 5G coverage across the city. One of India's best-connected cities.
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) â World-class hospitals everywhere, Diverse food options including kid-friendly chains, Excellent public transport (trains, metro), Safe in tourist areas, Educational museums and attractions
Elevation
14m â Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- âFirst-time travelers
- âSenior citizens
- âFamilies with children
- âRemote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- âThose with flexible dates â better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Peak winter â pleasant 20-32°C, ideal for sightseeing, street food, and exploring the city |
| February | 5/5 | Comfortable weather continues. Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in February |
| March | 4/5 | Getting warmer but still good. Holi celebrations are vibrant |
| April | 3/5 | Hot and humid 28-35°C. Manageable with AC but outdoor time limited |
| May | 2/5 | Peak humidity and heat 30-36°C. Pre-monsoon showers begin late May |
| June | 2/5 | Monsoon arrives â dramatic rains but flooding common. Marine Drive waves spectacular |
| Julyviewing | 2/5 | Heavy monsoon â flooding disrupts transport. Beautiful but impractical |
| August | 2/5 | Monsoon continues. Ganesh Chaturthi is spectacular but extremely crowded |
| September | 3/5 | Monsoon receding. Ganesh visarjan processions. Still rainy |
| October | 4/5 | Post-monsoon â green city, pleasant weather returning. Good time to visit |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent weather. Diwali celebrations, festival season |
| December | 5/5 | Peak season â cool evenings, perfect for street food walks and sightseeing |
Practical Details
How to reach
International airport (BOM) in the city itself. Domestic flights from everywhere.. Roads: Well-maintained national highways. Mumbai-Pune Expressway excellent.. Self-drive: Possible but traffic is extreme. Better to use cabs.. Public transport: Local trains, metro, BEST buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis, Uber/Ola. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
14m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
mixed
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