Lonavala
City in India
Lonavala is a city in India with a population of about 58,000 people. Located 1,163 km from New Delhi, it is known for its historical sites, including the fort of Lohagad and the rock-cut Karla Caves.
What to see
The primary attractions in Lonavala are its historical structures. Visitors can explore Lohagad, a hill fort, and the Karla Caves, which are ancient rock-cut temples. These sites represent the historical architecture of the region.
When to go
The weather in Lonavala varies significantly throughout the year. The months from January to April are dry, with minimal rainfall and daily highs ranging from 28 °C to 34 °C, making this period suitable for outdoor sightseeing. May remains warm, but rainfall increases toward the end of the month. The monsoon season, which spans from June through September, brings heavy precipitation, with rainfall totals reaching up to 1,385 mm in July and nearly daily rain. October and November mark the transition to drier weather, with rainfall decreasing significantly. December is cool and dry, with daily highs of 28 °C and lows of 14 °C.
Getting there
The nearest airport to Lonavala is the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), located 45 km away. Travelers arriving by air can reach the city from this hub.
Top sights in Lonavala
Weather by month
The warmest month is April, with an average high of 34 °C. The wettest is July, with about 1,385 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 28 | 30 | 33 | 34 | 33 | 28 | 25 | 24 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 28 |
| Average low, °C | 14 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 14 |
| Rainfall, mm | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 42 | 617 | 1,385 | 948 | 488 | 179 | 38 | 7 |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 14 | 3 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Lonavala (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.