Pondicherry weather and climate
Pondicherry weather and climate
Day
29 °C
Night
22 °C
Sea
27 °C
Precipitation
164 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
Day
29 °C
Night
22 °C
Sea
27 °C
Precipitation
164 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
6 hours
average
Humidity
78 %
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Weather overview
Pondicherry (India) in general has a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 29 °C (84 °F) in December to 36 °C (98 °F) in June. The highest sea temperatures in Pondicherry are in April with 30 °C (85 °F) and the lowest in January with 27 °C (80 °F). The highest night temperatures could be experienced in May with 27 °C (80 °F), the lowest in January with 21 °C (71 °F). The driest month is March with just 1 day of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is November with 15 days of rain.
January weather
The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, with its value being 29 °C (85 °F) in Pondicherry, while the minimum of the sea temperature is observable, with its value being 27 °C (80 °F). There is pending tourist season this month. The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 30 mm (1.19 in), and the number of rainy days continues to descent too. The minimum of the night temperature is observable in January.
February weather
There is pending tourist season in Pondicherry, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable too in February. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 31 °C (87 °F), while the beginning of the rise of the sea temperature could be noticed in this month. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 1 day, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, its value is 14 mm (0.56 in).
March weather
There is pending tourist season in Pondicherry. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 33 °C (91 °F), and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 29 °C (83 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 1 day, and the minimum of the rainfall amount is observable as well, with its value of 12 mm (0.46 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable in March.
April weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value of 34 °C (93 °F) in Pondicherry, while the sea temperature is on its maximum in April. The dry season is close to its peak, and there is pending tourist season too this month. The night temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 26 °C (79 °F).
May weather
The day temperature continues to rise in Pondicherry, while the night temperature is on its maximum in May. The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value of 3 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise as well, with its value of 37 mm (1.45 in). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 8 hours.
June weather
The maximum of the day temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 36 °C (98 °F) in Pondicherry. The tourist season continues this month. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 6 hours. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 5 days. The maximum of the wind speed is observable, with its value being 4. The minimum of the humidity can be noticed.
July weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 35 °C (95 °F) in Pondicherry, and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed too, with its value being 26 °C (78 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 8 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed in July. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, its value is 5 hours.
August weather
The tourist season is taking place in Pondicherry. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 35 °C (94 °F), and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value being 25 °C (77 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 10 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, its value is 6 hours.
September weather
The tourist season is taking place in Pondicherry. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 34 °C (93 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of 25 °C (76 °F). The number of rainy days continues to rise, while the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in September.
October weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 32 °C (90 °F) in Pondicherry. The wet season slowly starts. The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, its value is 253 mm (9.97 in), while the number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 15 days. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed in this month.
November weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 30 °C (86 °F) in Pondicherry, while the beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed, the value of this measure is 28 °C (83 °F). The wet season is close to its peak. The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, the value of this measure is 15 days, and the rainfall amount is on its maximum as well in November. The night temperature starts to descent, the value of this measure is 23 °C (74 °F).
December weather
The tourist season slowly starts this month in Pondicherry. The day temperature is on its minimum, with its value of 29 °C (84 °F), while the descent of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value of 27 °C (81 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 164 mm (6.44 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, with its value being 22 °C (72 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value being 6 hours.
FAQs
What is the temperature in Pondicherry during the day in January?
The average daily temperature in Pondicherry in January is 29 °C (85 °F). The ideal temperature for enjoying sunbathing by the water and a good temperature for other activities. For some people, it will be too hot in the direct sunlight and the stay may not be so pleasant. Don't forget to pack flip-flops, sunscreen, and a hand fan if necessary - it may come in handy.
Is it hot in February in Pondicherry?
In February in Pondicherry, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
Are there good conditions to visit in Pondicherry in March?
In March in Pondicherry, there are ideal conditions for a vacation. The temperature during the day will be nice 33 °C (91 °F). The temperature of the sea will be perfect at 29 °C (83 °F). At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 24 °C (74 °F). You can expect just 1 day of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary.
What is the sea temperature in April in Pondicherry?
The sea will reach 30 °C (85 °F) in April in Pondicherry. This temperature is someone's dream come true, while for someone it may no longer be ideal for the purpose of refreshment.
What is the night temperature in Pondicherry in May?
The average night temperature in May in Pondicherry is 27 °C (80 °F). The temperature creates a tropical atmosphere and encourages a night of fun, often including a drink to refresh. After all, this temperature is already relatively high.
Is June part of the dry season in Pondicherry?
Yes, there is a dry season in Pondicherry in June with just 5 days during the month being rainy.
Is there a wet season in Pondicherry in July?
No, there is no wet season in Pondicherry in July - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.
How windy is Pondicherry in August?
An average wind scale that can be expected in August in Pondicherry is 4.
How many rainy days can I expect in Pondicherry in September?
In Pondicherry in September, we can expect 11 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.5 days of the week, or in general - 35 % days.
What is the humidity in October in Pondicherry?
In Pondicherry in October, expect humidity around 78 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How many hours of sun to expect in Pondicherry in December?
There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in December in Pondicherry.