The cheerful Pune monsoon survival guide
Make the most of the rains: where to watch them, what to wear, how to get around, and the small joys that make Pune's monsoon the best season.
Ask any Puneri and they’ll tell you: the monsoon is the city at its best. Here’s how to enjoy it rather than just endure it.
Getting around
Plan for slower commutes, keep a compact umbrella in your bag, and lean on the metro and shared rides on the heaviest days.
Where the rain looks best
The riverside, the hill viewpoints, and a window seat at a good café — sometimes the simplest spots are the most satisfying.
Small monsoon joys
Hot bhajis, filter coffee, and the smell of the first rain on dry earth. Pune does the season’s little pleasures better than almost anywhere.