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Madurai weather in May (Tamil Nadu, India)

What can you expect from the weather in Madurai during May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Madurai typically experiences very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 40°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 27°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Madurai in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 72 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 3 days of rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Madurai. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Madurai, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 40°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 in May.

Camping
7/10

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