Pondicherry Weather in May

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

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Pondicherry

Are you planning a trip a to Pondicherry, India in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Pondicherry in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) in Pondicherry. In Pondicherry, India, May typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Pondicherry, India, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 44 mm (1.7 in) in Pondicherry.

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Best Places to Visit in Pondicherry in May

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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 May for the most popular destinonation in Pondicherry, India?

Pondicherry

In May Pondicherry generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Pondicherry, in India.

In our records: India May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in India in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in India reached 50°C (122°F) in Ahmedabad on May 19, 2016.

Pondicherry weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Pondicherry, India typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pondicherry average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 29°C (84°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Pondicherry peak at roughly 34°C (93°F) in May, dropping to about 29°C (84°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Pondicherry, India. Pondicherry averages only about 44 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Pondicherry, India?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Pondicherry, India with often tolerable weather in Pondicherry.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly 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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