Tamil Nadu weather in April
Considering a trip to Tamil Nadu this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Tamil Nadu in April?
Tamil Nadu is a region in India. In April, Tamil Nadu experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Bikkatti at 29°C to very warm in Karūr at 40°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C in Karūr and 19°C in Bikkatti. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Chennai with an average of 18 mm to heavy rainfall in Vālpārai with 233 mm. The city Chennai usually sees around 291 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tamil Nadu in April, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Tamil Nadu climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Tamil Nadu?
Chennai
In April Chennai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kodaikānāl
In April Kodaikānāl generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Coimbatore
In April Coimbatore generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Pondicherry
In April Pondicherry generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Ooty
In April Ooty generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Tamil Nadu?
In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Tamil Nadu with overall pleasant weather in Chennai. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Tamil Nadu is in January, February and March with generally perfect weather in Chennai. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, October and November tend to be poor.
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