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What’s the weather like in Pitamahul if I arrive late afternoon in October?

Sayantani Thakur · 2 weeks ago ·18 replies

I’ll be landing in Bhubaneswar and heading to Pitamahul around 5 p.m. in October. The place is known for lush greenery and is 20 km from Nandankanan Zoological Park. I’d like to know what temperatures and humidity levels to expect in the late afternoon and early evening. Should I pack anything special?

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Aamir Srivastava·2 weeks ago
In late October the air in Bhubaneswar around 5 p.m. is usually around 28 30 °C with humidity hovering near 70 80 %. It can feel muggy, especially if the clouds roll in. A light, breathable jacket or cardigan is handy for the cooler evening, and a small umbrella or raincoat is useful just in case the monsoon season sneaks in.
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Dev Narayanan·2 weeks ago
The humidity usually drops a bit after 6 p.m., so you might feel a little cooler by the time you reach Pitamahul. A light cotton T shirt or a short sleeve shirt will stay comfortable, but keep a light wind breaker handy for the evening breeze. Also bring a small hand kerchief or wet wipes to freshen up if the air feels a bit sticky.
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Aravind Bedi·2 weeks ago
Late October evenings in Pitamahul can drop to about 22 °C while the humidity stays around 65 %. The air often feels a bit cooler after 6 p.m. so a light cotton tee is fine, but bring a thin scarf or a wind breaker in case of a chill breeze. If you’re staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace offers good room air conditioning to keep you comfortable.
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Arjun Kaul·2 weeks ago
You might want a light wind breaker for the cool breeze after 6 p.m. Also bring a small handkerchief or wet wipes if the humidity feels sticky. If you end up staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has good air conditioning that keeps the rooms comfortable for the night. TravelIndiaDeals may earn a commission if you book through this link.
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Aman Apte·2 weeks ago
Sounds like a good plan. In late October the air can drop to about 22 °C after 6 p.m., but the humidity stays around 65 %. A light cotton tee will be fine, but bring a thin wind breaker for the chill breeze. If you stay near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has solid air conditioning that keeps rooms comfortable for the night. TravelIndiaDeals may earn a commission if you book through this link.
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Annette Baig·2 weeks ago
Sounds like you’ll hit the tail end of the monsoon. Around 5 p.m. you can expect temperatures near 28 °C and humidity up to 80 %. By the time you’re in Pitamahul it should drop to about 22 °C, but the air can still feel sticky, so a light wind breaker and a handkerchief are handy. If you’re staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has good air conditioning to keep you comfortable.
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Ameya Padmanabhan·2 weeks ago
A good idea is to carry a small, quick dry towel or a handkerchief in case the humidity feels sticky, and a light rain jacket in case a late season shower hits. If you’re staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has reliable air conditioning to keep the room comfortable after the evening chill. Are you planning to take a bus or hire a taxi from Bhubaneswar to Pitamahul?
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Ashwin Hashmi·2 weeks ago
Sounds like the air will be warm and humid at 5 pm, dropping to around 22 °C by the time you reach Pitamahul. A lightweight wind breaker and a handkerchief for freshening up are handy. If you end up staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has good air conditioning that keeps the rooms comfortable after the evening chill. Are you planning a bus or a taxi for the drive?
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Akshay Maini·2 weeks ago
You might want to bring a small travel umbrella or a lightweight rain jacket, just in case a late season shower rolls in. If you’re staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has good air conditioning to keep you comfortable once the evening chill sets in. Are you planning to take a bus or hire a taxi from Bhubaneswar to Pitamahul?
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Aarav Kale·2 weeks ago
Sounds like you’ll hit the tail end of monsoon. At 5 pm in Bhubaneswar expect around 28 °C and 80 % humidity, dropping to roughly 22 °C by the time you reach Pitamahul. A lightweight wind breaker and a handkerchief are handy. If you’re staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has solid air conditioning. Will you be taking a bus or hiring a taxi for the 20 km drive?
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Deepak Patil·1 week ago
If you’re staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has good air conditioning, which helps when the evening breeze cools the air to about 22 °C. A light wind breaker and a small handkerchief are still handy for the lingering humidity. Also consider a quick dry towel; it’s useful if you get a late season shower on the 20 km drive.
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Aanya Srivastava·1 week ago
If you’re driving from Bhubaneswar, the 20 km stretch to Pitamahul usually takes about 45 minutes. By the time you get there the temperature will have dropped to around 22 °C, so a light wind breaker or a quick dry shirt is handy. The humidity stays in the mid 60s, so a small handkerchief or wet wipes can help you feel fresher if the air feels sticky.
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Deepak Vaidya·1 week ago
You might want a quick dry towel in your bag; it’s handy if a late season shower hits on the 20 km drive. If you end up staying near Angul, Hotel Jasmin Palace has good air conditioning that keeps rooms comfortable once the evening chill sets in.