Best Time to Visit Puducherry
The best months to visit Puducherry are Jan, Feb, Mar. Here is the full monthly breakdown.
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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Mar
These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Puducherry. Expect highs of 28°C to 29°C to 31°C with relatively dry conditions.
Warmest Month
May
34°C high
Coldest Month
January
22°C low
Driest Month
February
3 rain days
Wettest Month
November
28 rain days
Monthly Weather
January
High: 28°C / Low: 22°C
7 rain days
February
High: 29°C / Low: 23°C
3 rain days
March
High: 31°C / Low: 24°C
5 rain days
April
High: 33°C / Low: 26°C
7 rain days
May
High: 34°C / Low: 27°C
13 rain days
June
High: 34°C / Low: 27°C
12 rain days
July
High: 34°C / Low: 27°C
13 rain days
August
High: 33°C / Low: 26°C
19 rain days
September
High: 33°C / Low: 26°C
20 rain days
October
High: 31°C / Low: 25°C
24 rain days
November
High: 28°C / Low: 24°C
28 rain days
December
High: 28°C / Low: 23°C
18 rain days
Tourist Seasons in Puducherry
Peak Season
January, February, March
- +Best weather conditions
- +Most activities and events
- -Higher prices and larger crowds
- -Book accommodation well in advance
Shoulder Season
April, December
- +Good weather, fewer tourists
- +Better value for accommodation
- +More authentic local experiences
- ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
Off Season
May, June, July, August, September, October, November
- +Lowest prices of the year
- +No crowds at attractions
- -Weather may be less favourable
- -Some seasonal businesses may close
Month-by-Month Breakdown
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January★ | 28°C | 22°C | 7 | Peak Season |
February★ | 29°C | 23°C | 3 | Peak Season |
March★ | 31°C | 24°C | 5 | Peak Season |
April | 33°C | 26°C | 7 | Shoulder Season |
May | 34°C | 27°C | 13 | Off Season |
June | 34°C | 27°C | 12 | Off Season |
July | 34°C | 27°C | 13 | Off Season |
August | 33°C | 26°C | 19 | Off Season |
September | 33°C | 26°C | 20 | Off Season |
October | 31°C | 25°C | 24 | Off Season |
November | 28°C | 24°C | 28 | Off Season |
December | 28°C | 23°C | 18 | Shoulder Season |
Season Timeline
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Day Trip from Puducherry: Scenic Excursion
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Puducherry Cultural Experience: History & Traditions
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