Civil unrest also in North-eastern states. Currency changed at banks or authorised money changers. Changing money with unauthorised money changers not advisable. Hot tropical weather with variations from region to region. Really hot weather, when it is dry, dusty and unpleasant, April - June.
Weather changes rapidly in mountains.
Waterproofing essential during monsoons. Lightweights worn most of year with warmer clothes during evenings, particularly in winter. Waterproofed clothing advised during monsoon rains. Nov - Feb most comfortable, although evenings fairly cold. Most pleasant weather Nov. - March.