Pondicherry weather in May
Thinking about venturing to Pondicherry this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Pondicherry in May?
Pondicherry is a region in India. May in Pondicherry generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C and nighttime temperatures around 29°C in Pondicherry. In Pondicherry, 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.
May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 44 mm in Pondicherry.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Pondicherry, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Pondicherry's yearly weather, check out our Pondicherry climate page.
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Average weather in Pondicherry
In May Pondicherry generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Pondicherry?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Pondicherry with overall tolerable weather in Pondicherry. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, January, February and March provide perfect weather in Pondicherry. On the other hand, the weather in October and November tend to be poor.
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