4/5 (Deducting one point because summer is genuinely cruel).

When the first rain hits the baked earth, the smell ( petrichor ) is literally intoxicating. This is India’s most emotional season. The sky turns grey, the wind howls, and then—the heavens open.

This is a season of travel to hill stations like Shimla or Munnar to escape the heat. It is also the harvest time for Zaid crops such as watermelons and cucumbers. 2. The Monsoon Season (Varsha Ritu) Duration: June to September.

India ’s climate is traditionally classified into three primary seasons: , Monsoon , and Winter . While the India Meteorological Department (IMD) officially designates four climatological divisions (including Autumn/Post-monsoon), the "three-season" cycle remains the most culturally and agriculturally significant framework for understanding the Indian year. 1. The Summer Season (Grishma Ritu) Duration: March to May/June.

4/5. You will curse the potholes, but you will miss the thunder when it’s gone.

But here is the truth: Without summer, there are no mangoes. Without monsoon, there is no harvest. Without winter, there is no relief.

The summer season in India begins with the Spring equinox but quickly transitions into intense heat. It is the time when the sun is directly overhead the Tropic of Cancer.

The days become significantly longer than the nights, and while the landscape may look parched, many vibrant flowers and fruits bloom during this period. 2. The Monsoon Season (June to September)

Schools typically close for summer vacations, making it a time for travel to cooler hill stations. Culturally, it is the season of the mango , India’s national fruit, and refreshing treats like ice cream and cold juices are in high demand.