Mandla Plant Fossils National Park National Park
Indian national park preserving Permian plant fossils
Mandla Plant Fossils National Park in Madhya Pradesh preserves Permian-era plant fossils; researchers, students and geology-minded visitors study exposed fossil beds and the area's paleobotanical displays.
Mandla Plant Fossils National Park at a Glance#
Address: Mandla Plant Fossils National Park area, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India
How to Get to Mandla Plant Fossils National Park#
The park is accessed from Mandla town in Madhya Pradesh. Mandla is approximately 100-150 km from Jabalpur by road (depending on route); visitors should arrange local transport from Mandla district headquarters. Check with local forest or district offices for precise directions and access permissions.
Tips for Visiting Mandla Plant Fossils National Park#
- Contact the local forest department or district administration for permission and guidance-the fossil sites are protected and access is regulated.
- Visit with a guide or paleontology student if possible-there are interpretive lessons that make the geology meaningful.
- Bring sun protection and a wide‑brimmed hat; the central Indian plains can be harsh in midday heat.
Best Time to Visit Mandla Plant Fossils National Park#
Winter months (November-February) are best for visiting-days are cool and outdoor exploration is comfortable.
Weather & Climate near Mandla Plant Fossils National Park#
Mandla Plant Fossils 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 December). Temperatures range from 8°C to 40°C. Abundant rainfall (1428 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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May
May is the hottest month with highs of 40°C and lows of 25°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 32°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (479 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (459 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (232 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and clear sunny skies.
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.