Temperature in Tamil Nadu in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Tamil Nadu, India this January.

Tamil Nadu, India, a region in India, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 26°C (79°F) in Kodaikānāl to 33°C (91°F) in Karūr. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Karūr and 16°C (61°F) in Kodaikānāl.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Tamil Nadu, India in January?

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in Tamil Nadu on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Tamil Nadu in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Tamil Nadu temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Tamil Nadu, India in January?

Daytime temperatures in Chennai typically peak at 29°C (84°F) in January, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in Tamil Nadu, India in January?

Chennai sees nighttime lows close to 23°C (73°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Tamil Nadu, India?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Karūr clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 33°C (91°F), and evenings that remain near 22°C (72°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Tamil Nadu, India?

According to our data, Kodaikānāl holds the title for the coldest city in Tamil Nadu, India in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 26°C (79°F) and drops to lows of about 16°C (61°F) during the night.

How much sun does Tamil Nadu, India get in January?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine in Chennai. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

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