How many seasons does India have?

 

India has six ritus (seasons). Each season is generally two maas (months) long:

1. Vasant ritu – Spring – comprising of Chaitra & Vaishakh
   
2. Grishma Ritu – Summer – comprising Jyaishṭha & Ashad
   
3. Varsha Ritu – Monsoon – comprising of Shravan & Bhadrapad
   
4. Sharad Ritu – Autumn – comprising of Ashvin & Kartik
   
5. Hemant Ritu – Pre winter – comprising of Agrahayan & Paush
   
6. Shishir/ Shita Ritu – Winter – comprising of Magh & Phalgun