In India the climatic factors are so diverse that it is impossible to choose a meteorological period better than others for the trip.
If your holidays are in august we offer you some of the most interesting destinations for your trip to India in august.
You can visit the regions of northeastern India with Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
The trekking season in the Indian Himalayas lasts roughly from April to November, although it varies greatly depending on the course, the altitude and the region.
The deserts of Rajasthan and the Northwestern Himalayan region offer the best of themselves in the monsoon season for which options are valid for the month of August.
Finally, seaside resorts such as Goa and Kerala are excellent for the month of August in India.

Some of the best destinations to visit in India in August.

Lahaul Spiti - Himachal Pradesh
The Valleys of Lahaul- Spiti are blessed with nature’s best. It is one of the sparsely populated areas and is ideal for a place for some solitude. It also offers a lot of adventure activities such as Skiing along with Yak Safari and exciting wildlife trails. There are beautiful monasteries that command a visit alongside some unique shrines that speak of the customs and faith of this region. Leh-Spiti are not accessible during winters for most of the people as the Manali-Leh route is closed and the other route from Shimla via Kinnaur also sees lots of disturbances due to landslides and heavy snowfall. Hence, Lahaul-Spiti is one of the best places to visit in August in India.

Mandu - Madhya Pradesh
Mandu, the city of architectural ruins takes on a rustic tint during monsoon and is a pleasure to explore the domes and minarets. The famous love story of Rajput Rani Roopmati and last Sultan of Malwa took place here which is why the courtyard of Roopmati’s pavilion still reverberates with the romance. It also houses the tomb of Malwa’s second king Hoshang Singh – the country’s first marble monument.

Khajuraho - Madhya Pradesh
The Khajurao group of temples are renowned Hindu and Jain temples which represent a distinctive yet rich form of art and architecture of the Chandella period. They’re also one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in India and are famous for their nagara style architecture and the erotic sculptures and carvings on the temples. In August, the place becomes even more beautiful due to the heavy rainfall it receives. The Raneh Waterfall is full of fresh rainwater during this time. Plus, the light and sound show at the temples add on to the pleasant experience.

Valley of Flowers - Uttarakhand
A World Heritage site, the Valley of Flowers is situated at the meeting point of the Zanskar and Western and Eastern Himalayan ranges. The high, tranquil Himalayan peaks nestle this virtual paradise on Earth. While it is mainly known for it sprawling meadows of numerous species of flowers, the fauna here is also rich including rare and endangered animals like the snow leopard, musk deer and the brown bear. This place is one of the most beautiful places to visit in August in India as it’s the time when new flowers and plants start germinating and burst into full bloom.

Mussoorie - Uttarakhand
Nestled in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan ranges, Mussoorie is quite a scene in August in India. The drive from Dehradun to Mussoorie itself is breathtaking, add to that the undulating hills of Mussoorie and the spectacular view of the Himalayas, you’ve for yourself a holiday of perfectly quiet ambience. Waterfalls like Battha & Kempty are worth visiting and so is the Naga Devta Temple along with some beautiful churches.

Kausani - Uttarakhand
Very few places in the Himalayas come close to the beauty of Kausani. It is a well known hill station in Uttarakhand known mainly for providing a spectacular panoramic view of the 350 km stretch of snow clad Himalayan peaks, which include the likes of Trishul, Panchchuli and Nanda Devi. Though it’s a year round destination, it comes to life during the months of July and August when the monsoon reaches this place.

Mount Abu - Rajasthan
Mount Abu prides on being the only hill station in Rajasthan. This place acts as an oasis retreat from the extremely hot climate of Rajasthan. It is known for it’s beautiful hilly landscape and the architectural marvel of the Delwara Jain Temple. In the month of August, it receives less amount of rainfall but the scenic beauty of this pretty hill station doubles as the surroundings are filled with mountain mist and lush green vegetation. Nature enthusiasts will love taking nature walks in this picturesque, green environment

Bikaner - Rajasthan
With little rains, the climate in Bikaner is more bearable than the otherwise hot seasons. The rain splashed majestic palaces of Junagarh, Lallgarh, Gajner and the famous Jain Temple and Karni Mata Temple are some of the must see places in Bikaner. While there is much to see here don’t forget to indulge in some shopping in the famous streets on Bikaner that are filled with numerous shops selling everything from authentic Rajasthani jewellery, clothes to silver and brone wares; cheaper if you can bargain!

Udaipur - Rajasthan
Udaipur is considered to be one of the most romantic cities of the world and has rightly received the tag of the Venice of the East. Also known as the City of Lakes, this is also a historically significant place as it remained the capital of Mewar for several centuries. The main attractions of the city are the City palace and the Udaipur Lake Palace located in the middle of the Pichola Lake. One of the best times to visit Udaipur would be in the monsoon season as you get respite from the piercing heat Rajasthan.

Pahalgam - Jammu and Kashmir
A world famous hill station in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Pahalgam is visited by thousands of tourists every year. Situated at the confluence of the streams flowing from Sheshnag Lake and the Lidder river, it is one of Kashmir’s premier holiday and health resorts. Out of all hustle bustle of city life, this place really offers a relaxing, peaceful atmosphere which makes it an ideal vacation spot. The weather is cool and pleasant due to the monsoon showers which makes Pahalgam a good place to visit in August in India.

Goa
Though August is the time of monsoon in Goa and one can’t really indulge in the usual beach and water sport activities, there is much to do there apart from these usual activities. There are quite a few trekking zones along the western ghats and the Karnataka border which interested folks can visit. But most of the people visiting Goa in August prefer to just chill and relax and enjoy the rains. Goa can be viewed the best during August from the scenic point of view as this month witnesses both bright sunny days, as well as cloudy and rainy days. 

Munnar - Kerala
Mist induced rolling tea gardens and spice plantation with dewdrops rolling from the leaves and branches, Munnar in August is a nothing short of a nature lover’s paradise. The high mountains half covered in mist while the rain revitalizes everything it can touch. It’s an ideal escape if you’re looking for some quiet time amidst the mountains. Not being a tourist season in August, you can enjoy all of this without any rush and the off season prices!

Athirapally falls - Kerala
Athirapally falls are the largest water falls in Kerela, which makes this place to be one of the best places to visit in august in India. In monsoon these waterfalls are amazingly beautiful. These water falls are located 5km from Vazhachal. Athirapally waterfalls open at 9.30 am and closes at 5.30pm. Apart from water falls there are many tourist places likeKauthukapark, Thumboormuzhy Dam & Riverview Garden, Butterfly garden, Botanical Garden,Chapra Falls, Vazhachal Falls, Dream World Amusement Park, Silverstorm water theme park.

Wayanad - Kerala
Wayanad is just 76km from the Kozhikode ocean shores, that’s why it is the best mound station in India. The concept of monsoon tourism is getting famous in Wayanad, because experiences good rains. Monsoon in Wayanad makes it good place to visit in august in India. People come Wayanad just to enjoy the monsoon as some of the areas of wayanad get one of the hinghest rain in India. Rains, rocks, greenery of plantations, cool wind, adventures activities like trekking through a rainforest area are some of the reasons for one to visit this places in august in India.

Kumarakom - Kerela
Situated in the verdant land of Kerala with its varied landscapes and unmatched charm, Kumarakom is widely known for its beautiful possibilities of backwater tourism. Blessed with Kerala’s amazing tropical climate and monsoons of plenty, Kumarakom experiences moderate climates all year long. The largest freshwater lake in Kerala, Vembanad Lake, is located in Kumarakom, making it a beautiful holiday place to visit in August in India during the abundant rains. The rains also make bird-watching at Kumarakom an absolute wonder for visitors.

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