Tamil Nadu Weather in March

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

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Chennai Kodaikānāl Coimbatore Pondicherry

Planning a getaway to Tamil Nadu, India this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tamil Nadu in March

Tamil Nadu, India is a region in India. March in Tamil Nadu generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Bikkatti at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Karūr at 39°C (102°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Karūr and 18°C (64°F) in Bikkatti. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To explore the conditions in Tamil Nadu, India in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Chennai with an average of 9.9 mm (0.4 in) to high rainfall in Vālpārai with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Chennai gets approximately 290 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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)

January29°C (84°F) February30°C (86°F) March33°C (91°F) April34°C (93°F) May36°C (97°F) June36°C (97°F) This monthJuly35°C (95°F) August34°C (93°F) September33°C (91°F) October32°C (90°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)
Best Time to Visit Tamil Nadu →

Best Places to Visit in Tamil Nadu in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tamil Nadu.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Tamil Nadu, India?

Temperature range in Tamil Nadu (March)

Precipitation variation in Tamil Nadu (March)

Chennai

In March Chennai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
238 hours
290 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Chennai →

Kodaikānāl

In March Kodaikānāl generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
236 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kodaikānāl →

Coimbatore

In March Coimbatore generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
36°C (97°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
25 mm (1 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Coimbatore →

Pondicherry

In March Pondicherry generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Pondicherry →

Ooty

In March Ooty generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ooty →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tamil Nadu, in India.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chennai 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Kodaikānāl 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Coimbatore 36°C (97°F) 23°C (73°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Pondicherry 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Ooty 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Kanyakumari 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Tamil Nadu weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Tamil Nadu, India in March. The popular destination of Chennai averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

In Chennai, the average daytime high in March is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tamil Nadu, India during March, with Chennai averaging close to 9.9 mm (0.4 in).

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

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Tamil Nadu, India with overall perfect weather in Chennai. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Tamil Nadu.

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