Madhav National Park Park

Madhya Pradesh national park with diverse wildlife and ruins

Near Shivpuri, Madhav National Park mixes dry forest, lakes and stone memorials; Sakhya Sagar offers boating and birdlife. Visitors come for jeep safaris, walks and local wildlife observation.

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George Castle (Monsoon), Madhav National Park, Shivpuri.jpg
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George Castle, Madhav National Park, Shivpuri.jpg
Indian Vulture at Madhav National Park, Shivpuri, M.P.jpg
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Madhav National Park at a Glance#

About Madhav National Park#

Madhav National Park is a protected area in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh that conserves mixed deciduous forest and grassland habitat. It is managed for wildlife conservation and public recreation.

The area was set aside for protection in the mid 20th century and has since been managed for both conservation and recreational use, with park infrastructure added to support visitors.

The park is located in Madhya Pradesh, India, close to the town of Shivpuri and within reach of regional transport links in the state.

  • Habitats and wildlife: The park supports typical central-Indian dry deciduous and mixed grassland habitats and is a local destination for wildlife viewing and short safaris.

Tips for Visiting Madhav National Park#

  • Book safaris or park permits in advance through the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department or official park channels - vehicle entry and guided safaris are managed and can fill up on weekends and holidays.
  • Plan wildlife viewing for early morning or late afternoon when animals are most active; mid-day is typically quiet in the forest zones and roads get dusty.
  • Avoid the monsoon months when many park tracks become impassable; check local forest office notices for seasonal closures and the latest road conditions before traveling.

Best Time to Visit Madhav National Park#

Visit Madhav National Park in the cool, dry months (October-March) for the best wildlife viewing and comfortable conditions.

Cool, dry season
Oct-Mar · 10-25°C
The best time for game drives and wildlife viewing when temperatures are milder and animals are easier to spot around water sources.
Hot season
Apr-Jun · 30-45°C
Very hot conditions; daytime wildlife activity drops and mid-day travel is uncomfortable-early mornings and evenings are better.
Monsoon
Jul-Sep · 25-35°C
Heavy rains make the park lush but can cause muddy or impassable roads and reduce visibility for wildlife spotting.

Weather & Climate near Madhav National Park#

Climate

Madhav National Park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 42°C. Moderate rainfall (865 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 113 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
MarchOctoberNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 8° - 24° 16° 15 mm clear 40% 1.1 m/s 0.9 moderate 10.6h
February Ideal 11° - 28° 19° 5 mm clear 34% 1.2 m/s 1.3 high 11.2h
March Ideal 16° - 33° 25° 6 mm clear 27% 1.5 m/s 1.9 very high 11.9h
April Excellent 22° - 38° 30° 2 mm clear 20% 1.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.6h
May Excellent 27° - 42° 34° 6 mm clear 22% 2.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 13.3h
June Very Good 28° - 39° 35° 70 mm some cloud 44% 2.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.6h
July Acceptable 25° - 33° 33° 279 mm overcast 74% 2.1 m/s 1.8 very high 13.4h
August Good 24° - 30° 30° 297 mm overcast 83% 1.7 m/s 1.8 very high 12.9h
September Good 23° - 31° 30° 150 mm some cloud 79% 1.5 m/s 1.8 very high 12.2h
October Ideal 19° - 32° 25° 22 mm clear 59% 1.0 m/s 1.5 high 11.4h
November Ideal 12° - 29° 20° 6 mm clear 46% 0.9 m/s 1.0 high 10.8h
December Ideal 8° - 25° 17° 7 mm clear 42% 0.9 m/s 0.8 moderate 10.4h