Chandoli National Park
National Park Biodiverse Western Ghats park with endemic species
In Maharashtra’s Western Ghats, Chandoli National Park protects dry‑deciduous forest and wildlife corridors; visitors come for hiking, wildlife sightings and seasonal trekking through hilly terrain.
How to Get to Chandoli National Park #
The park is accessed from Kolhapur and Satara districts; the nearest larger towns are partly dependent on the chosen entry point. Hire local guides and consult Maharashtra Forest Department for permissions.
Tips for Visiting Chandoli National Park #
- Hire a local forest guide to explore core zones and to learn about endemic species; trails are not always well-marked.
- Combine visits with nearby cultural sites; local villages can provide context about land-use and seasonal calendar.
Best Time to Visit Chandoli National Park #
After the monsoon (October-February) is often the most comfortable and rewarding time for wildlife viewing and trekking.
Weather & Climate near Chandoli National Park #
Chandoli National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with hot summers (peaking in April) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 14°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2636 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (339 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (1112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (665 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
