May is usually the least chosen month for any tropical vacation. However, India is quite diverse and you can find destinations, which are at prime beauty, even during May.
We are covering the 20 best destinations in India, which would be a prime beauty to visit during May 2025.
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Spiti is not your average tourist destination. This rugged landscape is filled with nature and serenity. Spiti is filled with monasteries, temples, mountain villages connected via motorable mountain passes, national parks, and others. The top places to visit in Spiti in May are Kye Monastery, Trilokinath Temple, Pin Valley National Park, Lahaul Valley, Chandratal Lake, and others.
The top activities to enjoy in May are river rafting, trekking, safari, mountain pass biking, and others. The temperature of Spiti in May ranges between 18 degrees C and 25 degrees C. Spiti has a very harsh winter, and thus, the warmer summer allows the mountain landscape to get a greener look and flourish with wildflowers and beautiful scenic sights.
Most of the mountain destinations will be in adventure mode during summer. The slopes of the hills would be apt for many activities like trekking, hiking, camping, and most importantly, paragliding. If you are an outdoor adventure guy, Bir Billing is the right place. Technically, Bir and Billing are two different destinations, 14 km away from each other.
Besides the adventure activities, Bir Billing is the best to visit in May to enjoy Chokling Monastery, Sherab Ling Monastery, the Tea factory, and others. While paragliding is the most experienced activity in this destination, young visitors are more inclined to enjoy other exotic activities like river crossings, rappelling, and others. May has a mild warm climate in this destination. The temperature ranges between 25 and 11 degrees C, suitable for spending a considerable amount of time, outdoors.
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With 600 km of coastline, May is the right time to hit the beaches for some sun time in this tropical region. It is one of the very few destinations in this list, which are not at high altitudes. May is quite humid and hot, but Kerala has the right resources to keep you cool like Thekkady, Munnar, Kovalam beaches, Alleppey backwaters, and others. Top activities to enjoy in Kerala during May are houseboat rides, ayurvedic massage to cool your body, touring tea estates, Kathakali dance performances, and others.
Apart from these, the state is a famous May destination because it collects festivals. The top festivals to enjoy in May 2025 in Kerala are the Thrissur Pooram Festival, Edathua Perunnal, Palayur Church Festival, Palakkad Kannambra Vela, and others. The May month provides a warmer and humid temperature ranging between 22 degrees C and 35 degrees C. However, the coastal landscape provides cool breezes throughout the day, to keep the place cool.
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Mcleodganj is always associated with the Dalai Lama. Yes, it is an important Buddhist spiritual destination in India. However, during May, the destination becomes an adventure paradise. Top adventure activities to enjoy during summer here are trekking, hiking, boating, paragliding, flying fox, rappelling, mountaineering, and others.
The top places to visit in Mcleodganj during May are the Church of St. John, the Tibetan Museum, Bhagsu Nag Temple, Namgyal Monastery, Dal Lake, Triund, and others. The May month’s temperature ranges between 22 degrees C and 38 degrees C. Since the land is located at the foothills of the Himalayas, you can enjoy a serene lush nature throughout your vacation.
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Delhi is not one of the best places to enjoy India during May. However, a little away from Delhi, there are numerous destinations to enjoy the summer. One such destination is Lansdowne, just 6 hours of driving away from Delhi. Lansdowne is geographically a smaller hill town. But, the beauty is beyond explanation with summer tourist attractions like Bhulla Lake, Snow Viewpoint, Kalagarh Tiger Reserve, Tarkeshwar Mahadev temple, Darwan Singh Museum, St. Mary’s Church, and others.
The top activities to enjoy in May in Lansdowne are boating, camping, trekking, nature walking, hiking, and others. The temperature ranges between 15 and 30 degrees C, and the evenings will be mildly foggy and cool, giving it a romantic ambiance.
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The best way to get away from the scorching sun of May is to hide away in the high altitudes. Kausani is one such interesting destination, which is 1,800m above mean sea level. You can spot numerous peaks in this hill town. The top notable peaks are Nanda Devi, Trisul, and others. Watching sunset and sunrise from any of the viewpoints, bird watching, exploring pear farms, and strolling through dew-drenched tea estates are some of the romantic activities to enjoy in Kausani. Yes, it is one of the serene honeymoon destinations for summer visitors in India.
The top destinations to visit in Kausani are Gandhi Ashram, Rudradhari Falls, Baijnath Temple, Anasakti Ashram, Adi Kailash, Sunderdhunga, and others. The temperature falls as low as 9 degrees C and rises to a maximum of 26 degrees C.
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At a whopping height of 2250 m above mean sea level, this serene hill station is considered the summer paradise of North India. You can enjoy all cliche hill station activities here. During May, the climate will be warm and you can find lush wildflowers everywhere and clear panoramic views from viewpoints. The most iconic attraction of Chail during May is staying in a glass cottage. Apart from this, the top activities to enjoy during May are mountain biking, trekking, horse riding, night camping, hiking, and others.
The top destinations to visit in Chail during May are Chail Wildlife Sanctuary, Sidh Baba Temple, Kufri, Himalayan Nature Park, and others. The temperature ranges between 15 degrees C and 24 degrees C during May.
Whether it is an adventure vacation or a serene spirituality-filled rejuvenating vacation, Tawang is the right place. The temperature of the month will not rise beyond 18 degrees C and can fall as low as 3 degrees C. Thus, if you are looking for a chilling place to relax during peak summer in India, Tawang is the right destination. Top attractions to visit in this destination are Madhuri Lake, Tawang Monastery, Tawang War Memorial, Gorichen Peak, Sela Pass, Bap Teng Kang, and others.
Top summer activities to enjoy in Tawang are skiing, bird watching, mountain biking, hiking, trekking, and others. If you are looking for a spiritual experience, stay in any of the monasteries or Gompa to experience meditation and other activities.
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There is a reason why Shillong is called the Scotland of the East. Nature is very serene in this region with gardens, waterfalls, trails, hills, and much more. The place is a fairy tale destination for summer visitors. You can feel and experience summer like Scotland here. Top activities to enjoy in Shillong are exploration, waterfall visits, caving, zip lining, boating, strolling, rock climbing, rappelling, and others.
Top places to visit in Shillong are Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, Mawlynnong, Lady Hydari Park, Don Bosco Museum, and others. May is also the time to take part in the Bob Dylan Festival. The temperature in May month ranges between 15 and 24 degrees C.
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May is the last month of strawberry harvesting in this hill town. Strolling through harvest-ready strawberry fields is one of the most exciting activities of May. Apart from this, other top activities to enjoy here are boating, trekking, biking, sunrise view, horse riding, rock climbing, and others.
Mahabaleshwar is famous for its beautiful valley-filled landscape. The temperature is mildly warm between 20 and 30 degrees C. Thus, you can explore the region with ease. The drive from Vashi or Sion to Mahabaleshwar is very mesmerizing during the summer, especially in May. The top destinations to visit in Mahabaleshwar during May are Lodwick Point, Venna Lake, Mahabaleshwar temple, Elephant’s Head Point, Mapro Garden, Morarji Castle, and others.
Sandakphu is a small region, very close to Darjeeling. Darjeeling is an important summer destination, since the British rule in India. However, young tourists have shown more interest in Sandakphu, recently. Sandakphu is the highest peak of the Singalila mountain range. The temperature will not be higher than 12 degrees C in May.
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The top attractions to enjoy in Sandakphu are Glenburn tea estate, the local Pashupati market, Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary, and others. After trekking, stay back in Darjeeling for a couple of days to enjoy the valleys, meadows, and scenic beauty of the land.
Andhra Pradesh is one of the many destinations where the temperature hits 40 degrees C or even more during the peak summer season. However, nature has given many escape points in this state and one such paradise is Horsley Hills. This hill town is famous for adventure activities and serene nature views. The top attractions to visit in this hill town are Gali Bandalu, Horsley Hills Zoo, View Point, Dumukurallu Waterfalls, Mallamma Temple, and others.
The top activities to enjoy here are trekking, hiking, camping, shopping for Chenchu tribal souvenirs, rappelling, and others. This Andhra destination is best visited via road from Bengaluru. The route will be scenic and energetic. The temperature of this hill town ranges between 20 and 30 degrees C, during May.
Often called a poor man’s Ooty, Kotagiri is a laid-back hill town and one of the oldest inhabited hill towns in the Nilgiri region. Just 30 km away from Ooty, This hill town is famous for greenery, waterfalls, plantations, viewpoints, and much more. The top activities to enjoy in Kotagiri are nature walking, trekking, rock climbing, plantation strolling, watching the sunset, picnicking, and much more.
The top destinations to visit in Kotagiri are Catherine Falls, Kodanad View Point, Rangaswamy Peak and Pillar, John Sullivan Memorial, Elk Falls, Longwood Shola, and others. The temperature is quite cool during the summer season. During peak summer month of May, the temperature ranges between 20 and 30 degrees C.
Dandeli is a northwest Karnataka region famous for holding the country’s largest national wildlife sanctuary. The land is home to more than 300 species of birds, exotic mammals, reptiles, and so on. During summer, the grasses and small watering holes dry out. Thus, it becomes easier to spot exotic animals like black panthers, tigers, leopards, and others. May is also the right month to enjoy water rafting, jeep safari, kayaking, mountain biking, canoeing, and others inside the wildlife sanctuary.
The temperature during the month is usually recorded at around 33 degrees C. Apart from the Dandeli wildlife sanctuary, the top places to visit in Dandeli are Kulgi Nature Camp, Shiroli Peak, Kavala Caves, and others.
Lakshadweep is a hidden beauty due to the popularity of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Lakshadweep has a beautiful tropical climate cooled down by the coastal landscape. The best of all the islands in this group is the coral island, Kadmat. Kadmat has a reputation for being the site for watersports lovers. Lakshadweep islands have the same climate range throughout the year. The temperature ranges between 25 and 35 degrees C.
The top attractions in Kadmat Island are the Mohiyudeen Mosque, Kavaratti, Andrott Island, and others. The top activities to enjoy here are scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, sailboat cruising, and others. This is also the best place to enjoy Southern Indian Buddhist culture. For those looking for a luxury experience, you can find cruises from Kerala to Lakshadweep to enjoy a week-long journey on the mighty ocean.
It is a very obvious fact that Shimla is quite beautiful, thanks to the lush valleys, viewpoints, high-altitude villages, and so on. The average temperature of Shimla during May is 15 – 20 degrees C. Thus, May is one of the few months when you can enjoy many outdoor activities without getting trapped in snow. The main reason to visit Shimla during May 2025 is the Shimla Summer Festival, which is famous among tourists.
The top activities to enjoy in Shimla during May are water rafting, paragliding, camping, trekking, hiking, and others. Shimla is more pleasing during May, thus sightseeing is one of the main activities to enjoy. The top destinations to cover are Shimla Ridge, Jakhoo Hill, Mall Road, Christ Church, Observatory Hill, Manorville Mansion, Summer Hill, and others. The best honeymoon activity to enjoy in May is taking a ride on the mountain toy train from Kalka to Shimla.
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Visiting Rajasthan during summer is quite an adventure, given the temperature of the desert state. However, the entire state is not a desert region. The only hill station of the state, Mount Abu will be at prime beauty during May. May is the time of the Summer Festival of Mount Abu. You can find dance, music and other cultural celebrations, boat races, skating, horse races, fireworks at night, and so on.
Apart from the summer festival and the activities that come with it, there are numerous destinations to enjoy in Mount Abu like Dilwara Jain temples, Achalgarh Fort, Nakki Lake, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, and many others. During the May month, the temperature ranges between 23 and 35 degrees C. If you are planning to visit Rajasthan, take the Palace on Wheels train which covers the most famous destinations of Rajasthan in their itinerary.
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Snowfall ends in Kashmir by March. Thus, by May, the land will be filled with lush greenery, vibrant wildflowers, flowing springs, and others. With no snow covering the beautiful landscape, May is the right time to enjoy many adventure and romantic activities like paragliding, trekking, camping, Shikara ride on Dal Lake, Gondola rides, stargazing, and others. If you still love to enjoy snow activities, visit Thajiwas Glacier or Pahalgam.
The temperature during May ranges between 11 and 18 degrees C. The top destinations to visit in Kashmir during May are Pangong Tso, Bahu Fort, Leh Manali highway, Doodhpathri, Vaishno Devi temple, Amarnath, Gulmarg, and others.
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Kudremukh is a beautiful hill station in Karnataka. Kudremukh is one of the hidden beauties and is liked by honeymooners for its solitude bliss. Recently, trekkers have found this hill station to be their paradise, thanks to the numerous surrounding hill regions, which will be at prime beauty during May. The climate of May is cool in the evening and pleasingly warm in the morning. The temperature ranges between 21 and 32 degrees C.
Top activities to enjoy in Kudremukh other than trekking are sightseeing, picnicking, camping, watching the sunset from any viewpoint, and so on. Kudremukh might be a small hamlet but the number of attractions in this land is enormous. The top destinations to visit in Kudremukh during May are Gangamoola, Kudremukh National Park, Kudremukh Peak, Hanuman Gundi Falls, and others.
Ooty will be rid of the foggy screen in May. Thus, viewpoints will be more beautiful than ever before. Many routes and trails will be open for tourists and in short, Ooty becomes an adventure and honeymoon destination in May. The best part of all is the Summer Festival of May, which includes flower shows, dog shows, fairground activities, and others. Apple orchards will be ready for harvest in May.
The top activities to enjoy in Ooty during May are a stroll through the Botanical Garden, a Tea Museum visit, a ride in the Nilgiri Mountain Toy Train, watching the sunrise from viewpoints, and others. The temperature in May ranges between 12 and 20 degrees C.
Apart from these, there are numerous May paradises in India. If you are visiting a destination closer to the mean sea level, be prepared for scorching sun and humidity.
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