Fair
Rani ki Vav (Patan) in September
Gujarat, India
September at Patan: 24-32C. Stepwell interior is always cool; monsoon green softens the approach but puddled in stretches, skies clearing mid-month.
Why September scores 3/5
Weather
September at Patan: 24-32C. Stepwell interior is always cool; monsoon green softens the approach but puddled in stretches, skies clearing mid-month.
Roads & Access
self drive: Easy. road condition: Good road. public transport: Buses and trains to Patan. from nearest city: Ahmedabad 125km/2.5hrs. Mehsana 55km.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 4/5. rescue: SDRF Gujarat. helpline: 1800-200-5252. ambulance: 108. police station: 100. nearest hospital: Patan Civil Hospital
Network
VI: No, JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good in Patan
Kids
Kid-friendly (4/5) — Descending 7-storey stepwell, Quick visit, On ₹100 note
Elevation
120m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓First-time travelers
- ✓Senior citizens
- ✓Families with children
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Perfect visit weather |
| February | 4/5 | February at Rani ki Vav: 14-30°C, dry stepwell descents and sharp carving light. Solid window — shade in the seven levels holds even as days warm. |
| March | 3/5 | March at Patan: 20-36C. The 7-storey stepwell is cool once you descend, but the approach and surrounds bake — plan an early visit. |
| April | 2/5 | Hot |
| May | 1/5 | Extreme heat |
| June | 2/5 | Pre-monsoon |
| July | 2/5 | Monsoon |
| August | 2/5 | Rains |
| Septemberviewing | 3/5 | September at Patan: 24-32C. Stepwell interior is always cool; monsoon green softens the approach but puddled in stretches, skies clearing mid-month. |
| October | 4/5 | October at Rani ki Vav: 22–34°C, UNESCO stepwell carvings glow in post-monsoon softer light. Morning descents comfortable — 500+ sculptures best studied before noon. |
| November | 5/5 | November at Rani ki Vav: 16–32°C at the UNESCO stepwell. Cool mornings ideal for descending the seven carved stories before the sun hits. |
| December | 5/5 | December at Rani ki Vav: 10–28°C at the UNESCO stepwell. Cold mornings are the only way to see the seven sculpted stories in soft light. |
Practical Details
How to reach
Ahmedabad 125km/2.5hrs. Mehsana 55km.. Roads: Good road. Self-drive: Easy. Public transport: Buses and trains to Patan. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
120m
Difficulty
easy
Budget tier
budget
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