Thekkady Weather in May
Thekkady in May sees very high temperatures, with highs around 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows of 22°C (72°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 238 mm (9.4 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in Thekkady in May
Thekkady is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 8 days and an average of 238 mm (9.4 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.
Temperature in Thekkady in May
In May, Thekkady sees very high temperatures, with highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights drop to around 22°C (72°F). The hottest part of the day is usually in the afternoon, so lighter clothing can help you stay comfortable. At 22°C (72°F) overnight, nights are warm enough to sit outside comfortably in light clothing.
Sunshine in Thekkady in May
Enjoy a sunny month with about 218 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Thekkady. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Thekkady Temperature in May
Min Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
26%
Precipitation
238 mm (9.4 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Sunshine
218 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather for Thekkady in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Thekkady spanning 27 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Thekkady historical weather extremes in May
Based on 20 years of weather observations in Thekkady between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- On May 2, 2024, temperatures climbed to 36°C (97°F), marking the warmest May day on record.
- On May 9, 2026, Thekkady saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 22°C (72°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was 14°C (57°F) (May 26, 2025).
- The wettest May day on record brought 79 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation to Thekkady (May 20, 2024).
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What to Wear in Thekkady in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Thekkady in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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