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Tirunelveli Climate by Month

Temperatures in Tirunelveli experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be very hot, while the cooler months tend to be very warm. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Tirunelveli changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 38°C in April to a very warm 31°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 22°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tirunelveli has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1003 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Tirunelveli shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in November, with an average of 246 mm of precipitation over 8 rainy days. In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 35 mm of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Tirunelveli in India

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Tirunelveli?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October and November.
  • Which is the hottest month in Tirunelveli?
    April has an average maximum temperature of 38°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Tirunelveli?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 31°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tirunelveli?
    November tops the wettest month list with 246 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tirunelveli?
    February is the driest month with 35 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Tirunelveli

    Fri   Nov 22
    30°C | 23°C
    NE 7 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    32°C | 22°C
    N 11 km/h
    15 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sun   Nov 24
    30°C | 23°C
    N 7 km/h
    1.6 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain