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Srisailam in September
Andhra Pradesh, India
September reveals Srisailam at its most lush — the dam overflows spectacularly
Why September scores 4/5
Weather
Post-monsoon — spectacular
Roads & Access
self drive: Moderate — ghat road requires alert driving. road condition: Good till ghat — ghat section narrow with hairpins. public transport: APSRTC buses from Hyd/Kurnool. from nearest city: Hyderabad 215km (5h), Kurnool 180km (4h). last km difficulty: moderate
Safety & Emergency
Safety: 3/5. note: Basic medical only. Serious cases evacuated to Kurnool (3h). Carry first-aid kit.. ambulance: 108 (slow response — 45min). police station: Srisailam PS — 1km. nearest hospital: Government Hospital Srisailam (basic)
Network
JIO: Yes, BSNL: Yes, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Coverage in town. Patchy on ghat road and in forest areas.
Kids
Kid-friendly (3/5) — Forest surroundings exciting for kids, Dam is impressive, Tiger reserve safari option
Elevation
476m — Low altitude, no issues
Who should go
- ✓Travelers with basic fitness
- ✓photographers
- ✓nature-lovers
- ✓pilgrims
Who should think twice
- ✗Those with mobility issues
- ✗Occasional rain
All 12 Months
| Month | Score | Note |
|---|---|---|
| January | 5/5 | Peak — cool forested hills |
| February | 5/5 | Peak — best wildlife sightings |
| March | 4/5 | Good — warming but pleasant in hills |
| April | 3/5 | Hot in valleys, bearable in hills |
| May | 2/5 | Hot — avoid unless dedicated |
| June | 3/5 | Monsoon begins — dramatic |
| July | 2/5 | Heavy monsoon |
| August | 2/5 | Monsoon continues |
| Septemberviewing | 4/5 | Post-monsoon — spectacular |
| October | 5/5 | Peak — perfect conditions |
| November | 5/5 | Peak — cool and clear |
| December | 5/5 | Peak — holiday season |
Practical Details
How to reach
Hyderabad 215km (5h), Kurnool 180km (4h). Roads: Good till ghat — ghat section narrow with hairpins. Self-drive: Moderate — ghat road requires alert driving. Public transport: APSRTC buses from Hyd/Kurnool. Last stretch: moderate
Elevation
476m
Difficulty
moderate
Budget tier
budget
Permits required
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