Kodaikānāl weather in August (Tamil Nadu, India)

Looking to travel to Kodaikānāl in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Kodaikānāl generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 19°C.

Kodaikānāl in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 290 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 116 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Kodaikānāl. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kodaikānāl, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 290 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 87%  

Sunshine 116 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in August

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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 Kodaikānāl in August?

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. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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