Orchha in April

October through March is your sweet spot. December and January are perfect — sunny days around 25°C, cool nights that actually require a light jacket. The Betwa River runs clear and the medieval stones don't feel like they're trying to cook you. Ram Navami in March or April brings massive crowds and incredible energy. The entire town transforms into a festival ground, but book accommodation months ahead. Prices triple and everything fills up. Avoid April through June unless you enjoy feeling like a rotisserie chicken. Temperatures hit 45°C and the ancient stones radiate heat like ovens. Monsoon season (July-September) brings relief but also floods that can cut off access to some temples. Early morning is magical year-round. Hit the temples at sunrise when golden light hits the sandstone and you've got the place mostly to yourself. By 10 AM, tour groups start arriving from Jhansi.