Kanyakumari Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Kanyakumari has a steady very warm climate throughout the year.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Kanyakumari temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in April to a comfortable 30°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 24°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Kanyakumari receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 860 mm. The seasons in Kanyakumari, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 204 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 18 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Kanyakumari Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
partly cloudy and chance of rain partly cloudy and small chance of rain almost clear and no rainForecast for Kanyakumari
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3 m/s
6 m/s
The best time of year to visit Kanyakumari in India
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, July, August and September.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Yes, the months of January and February are very dry.
April has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 204 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 18 mm of precipitation.
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