Caution
Mysore in May
Karnataka, India
Hottest month. Not ideal.
Why May scores 2/5
Weather
Hottest month. Not ideal.
Roads & Access
self drive: Easy expressway drive.. road condition: Bangalore-Mysore Expressway excellent.. public transport: KSRTC buses, trains, autos, Uber/Ola. from nearest city: Bangalore 150km (3hrs). Mysore Airport limited flights.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 5/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Multiple. nearest hospital: JSS Hospital, Columbia Asia, KR Hospital
Network
VI: Yes, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Full 4G/5G.
Kids
Kid-friendly (5/5) — Clean city — India's cleanest multiple times, Palace is spectacular for kids, Zoo is excellent, Safe and walkable
Elevation
770m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4/5 | Pleasant 15-28°C. Palace illumination continues post-holiday. |
| February | 4/5 | Comfortable. Good for palace and heritage visits. |
| March | 3/5 | Warming up. Mornings still comfortable for Chamundi Hills. |
| April | 2/5 | Hot 35°C+. Palace visit okay (covered) but outdoor sightseeing tiring. |
| Mayviewing | 2/5 | Hottest month. Not ideal. |
| June | 3/5 | Monsoon relief. Chamundi Hills green. Light rain. |
| July | 3/5 | Monsoon. Pleasant. Brindavan Gardens lush. |
| August | 3/5 | Monsoon continues. Green surroundings. |
| September | 4/5 | Post-monsoon. Dasara preparations begin. City comes alive. |
| October | 5/5 | DASARA MONTH — 10-day royal festival, palace lit with 100,000 bulbs, processions, exhibitions. THE time to visit. |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent weather. Post-Dasara calm. Perfect for sightseeing. |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — cool mornings, clear days. Holiday season. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Bangalore 150km (3hrs). Mysore Airport limited flights.. Roads: Bangalore-Mysore Expressway excellent.. Self-drive: Easy expressway drive.. Public transport: KSRTC buses, trains, autos, Uber/Ola. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
770m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
mid-range
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