Weather in Warangal

About Warangal

Warangal's Thousand Pillar Temple rises as a testament to Kakatiya dynasty architectural ambition, with each pillar representing a village's artistic contribution. This massive stone mandala in Telangana symbolizes how regional kingdoms transformed geometric principles into devotional monuments.

Country

India

Best months to visit

January, February, November, December

Currency

INR

Language

Telugu, English

Things to do in Warangal

Pillar counting and mapping walks Kakatiya dynasty history lectures Detailed carving documentation Traditional Telangana cuisine classes Adjacent fortress ruins exploration Local weaving demonstrations

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

Recommended

January

28C

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

February

31C

Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.

March

35C

Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.

April

37C

Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.

May

38C

Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.

June

35C

Very hot, with regular rainfall.

July

31C

Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.

August

31C

Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.

September

30C

Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.

October

31C

Hot and humid, with some rainy days.

Recommended

November

30C

Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.

Recommended

December

28C

Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.

Warangal was once the capital of the powerful Kakatiya dynasty, and its 13th-century monuments still dominate the landscape — the four soaring stone gateways of the Warangal Fort, the elaborately carved Thousand Pillar Temple, and the artificial Pakhal and Ramappa lakes built for irrigation that remain in use eight centuries later. Less visited than the Deccan's bigger-name sites, it rewards travellers with a quieter look at one of South India's most accomplished medieval kingdoms.

Best areas to stay in Warangal

Warangal Fort

The ruined Kakatiya fortress complex, famous for its four monumental carved stone gateways standing in open fields.

Thousand Pillar Temple

A 12th-century star-shaped temple dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu and Surya, with densely carved pillars and a monolithic stone bull.

Ramappa Temple

A UNESCO World Heritage 13th-century temple around 70km away, renowned for its floating bricks and intricate sculptural work.

Hanamkonda

Warangal's twin town, home to additional Kakatiya-era temples and the city's main commercial areas.

Getting to Warangal

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Flights

The nearest major airport is Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, around 2–3 hours away by road or rail.

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From London

~2–3 hours by train or road from Hyderabad.

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Getting around

Auto-rickshaws cover Warangal and Hanamkonda; hired taxis are needed to reach Ramappa Temple and Pakhal Lake.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Warangal?

Warangal has its own railway station with frequent connections to Hyderabad (around 2–3 hours), making it an easy day trip or overnight stop from the city.

What are the main sights in Warangal?

Warangal Fort with its iconic carved stone gateways (kakatiya toranas), the Thousand Pillar Temple dedicated to Shiva, and the nearby Ramappa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Is the Ramappa Temple near Warangal?

Yes — it's about 70km away, roughly 1.5–2 hours by road, and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021 for its exceptional carved architecture.

When is the best time to visit Warangal?

October to February offers the most comfortable temperatures for exploring the fort and temples, which involve a fair amount of walking in the open.

Can Warangal be visited as a day trip from Hyderabad?

Yes, the fort and Thousand Pillar Temple can be covered in a day trip, though an overnight stay allows time to also reach Ramappa Temple and Pakhal Lake.

Traveler reviews

★★★★★

The carved gateways at Warangal Fort standing alone in open fields are an incredible sight — feels like a hidden gem compared to the bigger Deccan forts. Thousand Pillar Temple's carvings are extraordinary up close.

Srinivas G. · December 2023

★★★★★

Made the extra effort to reach Ramappa Temple and it was completely worth it — barely any other visitors and the stone carving quality rivals anything we saw in Hampi.

Kelly M. · February 2024

★★★★☆

Easy day trip from Hyderabad by train. The fort gateways and Thousand Pillar Temple alone justify the visit, and Hanamkonda's smaller temples are worth a quick look too.

Aditya R. · November 2023