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Odisha State

Region · 🇮🇳 India
Population 41,974,218
Area 156,051 km²
Time zone Asia/Kolkata
Official website www.odisha.gov.in
Odisha State

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Odisha Essentials

Odisha’s cultural landscape is anchored by the 13th-century Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its intricate stone carvings, and the sacred Jagannath Temple in Puri. The region's natural diversity is showcased at Chilika Lake, Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, and the Nandankanan Zoological Park. Architectural history continues with the 7th-century Parsurameswara Temple, while the coastal areas of Chandrabhaga and Satpada offer sightings of Irrawaddy dolphins and views of the Bay of Bengal.

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Hidden Gems of Odisha

Explore Odisha’s diverse heritage through the 'Diamond Triangle' of Ratnagiri, Udayagiri, and Lalitgiri, which house ancient Buddhist monasteries and stupas dating back to the 1st century AD. The list also features industrial-era landmarks like the Hirakud Dam observation towers, the 175-meter-high Duduma Waterfall on the Machkund River, and the ancestral ruins of freedom fighter Veer Surendra Sai. These sites offer a mix of archaeological significance, princely history, and expansive views of the Eastern Ghats.

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Beaches & Lighthouses

Odisha’s coastline features a mix of historical maritime landmarks and environmentally certified beaches. This collection spans from the 19th-century False Point lighthouse at the Mahanadi delta to the Blue Flag certified sands of Niladri and Chandrabhaga. These sites highlight the region's naval history and its proximity to major cultural landmarks, including the Konark Sun Temple. The route follows the Bay of Bengal, passing through industrial hubs like Paradip and historic colonial ports like Gopalpur.

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Natural Wonders

Odisha's landscape features a diverse range of water bodies and geological formations. This collection includes the Hirakud Dam, one of the world's longest earthen dams on the Mahanadi River, and the Balimela Reservoir on the Sileru River. The list also highlights significant waterfalls such as the perennial Phurlijharan, the tiered Joranda Falls within Simlipal National Park, and the Duduma waterfall near the Machkund Hydroelectric Project. Near the coast, Chandrabhaga represents a site of historical and religious significance close to the Konark Sun Temple.

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Odisha State — Map

Odisha State — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: January, November, December

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Typical weather in January

Great
  • 27° (feels like 26°) · extremes 11°–30°
  • 15° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in February

Good
  • 31° · extremes 14°–35°
  • 19° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 18 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 35° (feels like 36°) · extremes 19°–39°
  • 23° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 16 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 17 days above 35°

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 38° (feels like 39°) · extremes 24°–42°
  • 26° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 18 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 26 days above 35°

Typical weather in May

Poor
  • 38° (feels like 40°) · extremes 26°–42°
  • 28° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 14 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 10 · very high
Up to 24 days above 35°

Typical weather in June

Poor
  • 34° (feels like 37°) · extremes 26°–40°
  • 28° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 4 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high
Up to 9 days above 35°

Typical weather in July

Poor
  • 31° (feels like 35°) · extremes 26°–33°
  • 27° at night
  • 26 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in August

Poor
  • 30° (feels like 34°) · extremes 25°–32°
  • 26° at night
  • 26 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in September

Poor
  • 30° (feels like 34°) · extremes 25°–32°
  • 26° at night
  • 22 rainy days
  • 3 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Light breeze
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 30° (feels like 33°) · extremes 20°–32°
  • 24° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Oppressive humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in November

Great
  • 28° (feels like 29°) · extremes 15°–30°
  • 19° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in December

Great
  • 26° (feels like 25°) · extremes 11°–28°
  • 15° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Indian Rupee INR ₹ · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type D
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
English, Hindi
Tap water
Not safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+91
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Tours & Activities

Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
Odisha State
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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