January Rainfall and Precipitation in Tamil Nadu
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Tamil Nadu, India in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Tamil Nadu precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Tamil Nadu, India receive in January?
In January, Chennai typically receives modest rainfall, around 17 mm (0.7 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Tamil Nadu, India in January?
On average, Chennai has about a single day days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Tamil Nadu, India?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the wettest city in January in Tamil Nadu, India?
Looking at our data, Rāmeswaram tops the wettest-cities list in Tamil Nadu, India for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 65 mm (2.6 in).
What is the driest city in January in Tamil Nadu, India?
The driest place is Hosūr with an average rainfall of 6 mm (0.2 in) according to our data.
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