Kanchipuram weather in May (Tamil Nadu, India)

Interested in knowing the climate of Kanchipuram in May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Kanchipuram generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 39°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 28°C. This month features high temperatures, marking it as the warmest. Prepare with summer clothes and essentials to enjoy the sun to the fullest.

Precipitation

Kanchipuram in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 2 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 301 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Kanchipuram. January and February typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kanchipuram climate page with graphs.

 

Kanchipuram, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 28°C  

Max Temperature 39°C  

Chance of Rain 8%  

Precipitation 49 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 301 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chennai, India (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Where to go in India in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Camping

9/10

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