Mangaluru (Mangalore)
Mangaluru is a port city on the Arabian Sea in Karnataka, known for seafood, old churches and temples, with Udupi and Dharmasthala within reach by road.
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Mangaluru is a port city on the Arabian Sea coast of Karnataka, in southwestern India, and the main city of Dakshina Kannada district. Travelers come for coastal seafood and home-style cooking. The old city has both Hindu temples and Catholic churches. The city takes its name from the Mangaladevi temple. St Aloysius Chapel is known for its painted ceiling. Beaches such as Panambur and Tannirbhavi lie on the edge of the city.
A stay of one to three days suits the city: one day for the old city and the food, one for the beaches, and a trip to Udupi or Dharmasthala if time allows. The best months are October to March, when the weather is drier and cooler. From June to September the monsoon brings heavy rain, so build your days around it.
Mangaluru (Mangalore) in five
- Eat the coastal cuisineFish thalis, neer dosa, ghee roast and Mangalorean-style chicken are why many travelers stop. Look for busy local restaurants and ask what is fresh that day.
- See St Aloysius Chapel and the old portThe chapel's painted interior is one of the city's best-known sights, and the old port area gives a feel for the trading past. Check chapel hours at the gate.
- Use the city as a rail and road hubMangaluru sits on both the Konkan and Kerala rail lines, so trains run north toward Goa and south toward Kannur and Kochi. Book through IRCTC.Kannur
- Visit Udupi and the temple townsUdupi, with its Krishna temple, is about 1 to 1.5 hours north by road. Dharmasthala and Kukke Subramanya are inland day trips, but plan for early starts.Western Ghats
- Avoid the monsoon beachesFrom June to September heavy rain makes swimming unsafe on most beaches. November to February is the calm, sunny season.Goa
Things to do in Mangaluru (Mangalore)
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Need to know
- Airport
- Mangaluru International (IXE), about 20 km from the city
- Getting there
- Flights; trains on the Konkan and Kerala lines; buses from Bengaluru
- Getting around
- Auto-rickshaws, app cabs and city buses
- Best base
- Near Hampankatta or the State Bank area, for sights and trains
- Time needed
- 1 to 2 nights
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryClear2 rainy daysHigh32°Low22°Dry, sunnyJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 20 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, sunny
- FebruaryClear1 rainy dayHigh33°Low23°Dry, hotFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 3 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, hot
- MarchClear4 rainy daysHigh33°Low25°Hot, humidMarchClear
Best
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 20 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, humid
- AprilPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh33°Low26°Pre-monsoonAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 91 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Pre-monsoon
- MayRain21 rainy daysHigh32°Low27°Rain beginsMayRain
Poor
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 373 mm
- Rainy days
- 21
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Rain begins
- JuneRain29 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Heavy monsoonJuneRain
Poor
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 824 mm
- Rainy days
- 29
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Heavy monsoon
- JulyRain31 rainy daysHigh28°Low25°Heavy monsoonJulyRain
Poor
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 919 mm
- Rainy days
- 31
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Heavy monsoon
- AugustRain30 rainy daysHigh28°Low25°MonsoonAugustRain
Poor
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 596 mm
- Rainy days
- 30
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Monsoon
- SeptemberRain26 rainy daysHigh28°Low24°Easing rainSeptemberRain
Poor
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 380 mm
- Rainy days
- 26
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Easing rain
- OctoberRain23 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Northeast rainsOctoberRain
Mixed
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 311 mm
- Rainy days
- 23
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Northeast rains
- NovemberRain12 rainy daysHigh31°Low24°Dry, pleasantNovemberRain
Good
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 103 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, pleasant
- DecemberClear6 rainy daysHigh31°Low23°Dry, busyDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 43 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, busy
Average daily high and low in Mangaluru (Mangalore), 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Mangaluru (Mangalore)
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 30°
- Humidity
- 94%
- Wind
- 8 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 98%
Mangaluru (Mangalore)
02:07 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today30°24°98%Tuesday: Rain. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 98%.
- Wed30°24°89%Wednesday: Thunderstorms. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 89%.
- Thu30°24°73%Thursday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 73%.
- Fri31°24°64%Friday: Thunderstorms. High 31°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 64%.
- Sat32°24°59%Saturday: Thunderstorms. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 59%.
- Sun32°24°67%Sunday: Thunderstorms. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 67%.
Updated 11:28 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 95.08 INR
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Udupiabout 1 to 1.5 hours by roadThe Krishna temple, its kitchens and Malpe Beach nearby.
- Dharmasthalaabout 2.5 to 3 hours by roadA pilgrimage town inland, reached through forested hills.
- Bekal Fortabout 1.5 to 2 hours by roadA large coastal fort across the border in Kerala.
Before you go to Mangaluru (Mangalore)
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Rules for Mangaluru (Mangalore), checked
- Most foreign nationals need an Indian e-Visa or another visa before arrival. Apply only through the official portal, indianvisaonline.gov.in, and check eligibility there.
- Remove footwear before entering temples and many shrines, and cover shoulders and knees. Check each site's photo rules before taking pictures inside.
- Hotels register foreign guests and ask for passport and visa details at check-in. Carry paper or phone copies of both.
- Emergency numbers: 112 works across India, police 100, ambulance 108. Save them before you leave the hotel.
Plan around Mangaluru (Mangalore)
Entry rules, regions and trip planning
Read the guideKannurTheyyam and beaches, south on the coast
Read the guideThe Western GhatsHill ranges, coffee estates and waterfalls
Read the guideMysuru (Mysore)A palace city inland, reached by road
Read the guideGoaBeaches north along the coast
Read the guideTransport in IndiaRail booking and when to hire a driver
Read the guideMangaluru (Mangalore) FAQ
How many days do you need in Mangaluru?
One to two nights cover the city's food, the chapel and a beach evening. Add a day for Udupi or an inland temple trip.
Is Mangaluru worth visiting?
Yes for coastal food and a quieter, less touristy feel than Goa. It is a modest stop for monuments, so treat it as a food and transit city.
What is the best time to visit Mangaluru?
November to February for dry, sunny days. April and May are hot and humid, and the monsoon from June to September brings heavy rain.
How do you get from Mangaluru to Goa?
By train or road, usually in 7 to 9 hours. Konkan Railway trains run along the coast, and overnight services help; check IRCTC for the current timetable.
What should I eat in Mangaluru?
Try fish curry rice, neer dosa, ghee roast chicken and buns made with banana. Busy local restaurants are the best guide to freshness.