Pondicherry Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Pondicherry, India in August.

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Pondicherry

Thinking about venturing to Pondicherry, India this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Pondicherry in August

Pondicherry, India is a region in India. August in Pondicherry generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Pondicherry. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Pondicherry, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

August is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 90 mm (3.5 in) in Pondicherry.

Explore Pondicherry by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Pondicherry — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pondicherry)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March31°C (88°F) April33°C (91°F) May34°C (93°F) June34°C (93°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Pondicherry in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Pondicherry.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Pondicherry

What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in Pondicherry, India?

Pondicherry

In August Pondicherry generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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34°C (93°F)
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28°C (82°F)
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60 mm (2.4 in)
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Pondicherry weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Pondicherry, India in August?

In August, Pondicherry, India generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Pondicherry sees daytime temperatures near 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Pondicherry, India in August?

In Pondicherry, the average daytime high in August is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 27°C (81°F).

Does Pondicherry, India get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Pondicherry averages just 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Pondicherry, India.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Pondicherry, India?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Pondicherry, August might be a good time to visit Pondicherry, India. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Pondicherry, India is in January with generally perfect weather in Pondicherry. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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