Temperature in Tamil Nadu in May

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

Tamil Nadu, India, a region in India, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in May ranging from 28°C (82°F) in Bikkatti to 40°C (104°F) in Tiruvannāmalai. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Tiruvannāmalai and 20°C (68°F) in Bikkatti. On average, May is the warmest month of the year in Tamil Nadu, India. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in Tamil Nadu. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Tamil Nadu in May

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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 May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Tamil Nadu temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F) in Chennai. That makes May a extremely high month for Tamil Nadu, India.

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

Nighttime temperatures in Chennai typically drop to around 29°C (84°F) in May.

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

Based on our systematic data collection, Tiruvannāmalai has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 40°C (104°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 27°C (81°F).

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

Our database indicates that in May, Bikkatti is the city with the coolest temperatures in Tamil Nadu, India. You can expect daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows close to 20°C (68°F).

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

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 301 hours of sunshine in Chennai. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

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