Pondicherry Weather in December

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

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Pondicherry

Thinking about venturing to Pondicherry, India this December 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 December

Pondicherry, India is a region in India. December in Pondicherry generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Pondicherry.

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

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 155 mm (6.1 in) in Pondicherry.

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Best Places to Visit in Pondicherry in December

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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 December for the most popular destinonation in Pondicherry, India?

Pondicherry

In December Pondicherry generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Pondicherry weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Pondicherry, India brings pleasant weather. In Pondicherry, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Pondicherry peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in December, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Pondicherry, India. Average rainfall in Pondicherry sits around 155 mm (6.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Pondicherry, India?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Pondicherry, December might be a good time to visit Pondicherry, India. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Pondicherry. The weather in May, June, July, September, October and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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