Tamil Nadu Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tamil Nadu, India in July.

Planning a trip to Tamil Nadu, India this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Tamil Nadu in July

Tamil Nadu, India is a region in India. Tamil Nadu, India has a wide variety of climate types. During July, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Bikkatti at 25°C (77°F) to very hot in Thanjāvūr at 38°C (100°F). At night it cools down to 27°C (81°F) in Thanjāvūr and 18°C (64°F) 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tamil Nadu, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Rāmeswaram with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Vālpārai with 454 mm (18 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Chennai as an example - it receives around 144 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Tamil Nadu by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tamil Nadu — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chennai)

Best Places to Visit in Tamil Nadu in July

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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 Tamil Nadu

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Tamil Nadu, India?

Temperature range in Tamil Nadu (July)

Precipitation variation in Tamil Nadu (July)

Chennai

In July Chennai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
144 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Kodaikānāl

In July Kodaikānāl generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
98 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
268 mm (11 in)
290 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Coimbatore

In July Coimbatore generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Pondicherry

In July Pondicherry generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Ooty

In July Ooty generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
265 mm (10 in)
258 mm (10 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tamil Nadu in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chennai 35°C (95°F) 28°C (82°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Kodaikānāl 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 268 mm (11 in)
Coimbatore 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Pondicherry 34°C (93°F) 28°C (82°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Ooty 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 258 mm (10 in)
Kanyakumari 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)

Tamil Nadu weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tamil Nadu, India in July?

Tamil Nadu, India typically experiences poor weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Chennai average around 35°C (95°F), and temperatures drop to about 28°C (82°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tamil Nadu, India in July?

Daytime temperatures in Chennai peak at roughly 35°C (95°F) in July, dropping to about 28°C (82°F) overnight.

Does Tamil Nadu, India get a lot of rain in July?

Not particularly. Chennai averages just 76 mm (3 in) of rain in July, making it a mostly dry month for Tamil Nadu, India.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Tamil Nadu, India?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Chennai, July may not be the ideal time to visit Tamil Nadu, India.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January offering mostly perfect weather in Chennai. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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