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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Puri.
Puri, Orissa, India, enjoys a steady climate throughout the year, with daytime temperatures typically around 31°C (88°F). May is the warmest month at 34°C (93°F), while January is the coolest at 28°C (82°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1630 mm (64 in) per year. July is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences distinct dry (December to April) and wet (June to October) seasons. The sunniest month is December, with 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The temperature in Puri remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in May, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 28°C (82°F) in May to around 19°C (66°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Puri has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1630 mm (64 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 366 mm (14 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 13 mm (0.5 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Puri Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Puri. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.5 hours, July marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Puri.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 85%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Puri. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions. Puri has distinct dry (December to April) and wet (June to October) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 28°C (82°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in May. Nighttime lows range from 19°C (66°F) to 28°C (82°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1630 mm (64 in). July is the wettest month with 366 mm (14 in), while January is the driest with 13 mm (0.5 in).
Puri receives around 2,430 hours of sunshine per year. December is the sunniest month with 255 hours, while July is the cloudiest with just 107 hours. Overall, Puri enjoys abundant sunshine.
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