Fair
Daulatabad Fort in September
Maharashtra, India
Monsoon ending. Fort drying out. Manageable
Why September scores 3/5
Weather
Monsoon ending. Fort drying out. Manageable
Roads & Access
self drive: Any car fine. Ample parking at the fort.. road condition: Good road from Aurangabad. Well-signposted.. public transport: Shared autos and state buses from Aurangabad.. from nearest city: Aurangabad — 15km (30min). On the Aurangabad-Ellora road.. last km difficulty: easy
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 4/5. helpline: 100. ambulance: 108. police station: Daulatabad has a police outpost. nearest hospital: Aurangabad (15km) — multiple hospitals
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Good signal. Close to Aurangabad.
Kids
Not ideal for kids — Exciting for older kids — feels like adventure
Elevation
630m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓Travelers with basic fitness
- ✓Remote workers (network available)
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with mobility issues
- ✗Families with young children
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Perfect — cool weather makes the 200m climb comfortable |
| February | 5/5 | Excellent climbing conditions. Clear views from top |
| March | 4/5 | Getting warmer. Go early morning |
| April | 2/5 | Hot — the climb is exhausting in heat. Not recommended |
| May | 1/5 | Dangerously hot. Do not attempt the climb |
| June | 2/5 | Monsoon — steps slippery. Dark tunnel floods partially |
| July | 2/5 | Heavy rain. Fort climb risky when wet |
| August | 2/5 | Monsoon. Slippery stones. Green but dangerous |
| Septemberviewing | 3/5 | Monsoon ending. Fort drying out. Manageable |
| October | 4/5 | Post-monsoon. Green Deccan views from summit |
| November | 5/5 | Excellent conditions. Cool weather for the climb |
| December | 5/5 | Peak conditions — clear skies, cool air, best views |
Practical Details
How to reach
Aurangabad — 15km (30min). On the Aurangabad-Ellora road.. Roads: Good road from Aurangabad. Well-signposted.. Self-drive: Any car fine. Ample parking at the fort.. Public transport: Shared autos and state buses from Aurangabad.. Last stretch: easy
Elevation
630m
Difficulty
moderate
Budget tier
budget
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