On the edge of the Chota Nagpur plateau, Purulia records the state's highest summer temperatures (up to 48°C) and also the coldest winters of the plains (4–6°C). Its annual rainfall sits below the state average too — a district of two extremes.
Up to 45–48°C in May — most of West Bengal's record heatwaves have been set in Purulia. Do not go outdoors on heatwave days.
4–8°C in December–January — the coldest district of plains West Bengal. Do not skip the shawl and blanket.
November–February — the dry, cool weather makes trekking and touring equally comfortable.