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Pondicherry Climate by Month

Pondicherry has a steady very warm climate throughout the year. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Pondicherry remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in May, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 29°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 23°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Pondicherry has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1103 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 284 mm of precipitation, recorded across 9 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 14 mm over a single rainy day.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Pondicherry in India

The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February, March, April, May and June.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Pondicherry?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
  • Does Pondicherry have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of February and March are very dry.
  • Which is the hottest month in Pondicherry?
    May has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Pondicherry?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Pondicherry?
    November tops the wettest month list with 284 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Pondicherry?
    February is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Pondicherry

    Fri   Nov 22
    31°C | 22°C
    NE 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    30°C | 23°C
    NE 22 km/h
    1.1 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    30°C | 24°C
    NE 25 km/h
    1.7 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain