When is the best time to go to Kodaikānāl

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The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Kodaikānāl, India. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.

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Kodaikānāl weather by month

Please note our recommendations for when to visit Kodaikānāl are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.

January

Kodaikānāl January weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
19°C 23mm 8.4hrs 12.3hrs

Mild and dry weather often prevails in Kodaikānāl during the month of January

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Kodaikānāl, with some very good weather at this time of year.

January is in the winter in Kodaikānāl and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 21°C (70°F), whilst at night 11°C (52°F) is normal.

On average January is the driest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 23mm 0.9 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 2 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.4 hours of sunshine per day.

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February

Kodaikānāl February weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 28mm 8.6hrs 12.5hrs

February in Kodaikānāl is generally dry with the temperature being mild.

It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Kodaikānāl, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.

February is in the winter in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 22°C (72°F), whilst at night 12°C (53°F) is normal.

On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 28mm 1.1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 2 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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March

Kodaikānāl March weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
21°C 41mm 8.5hrs 12.8hrs

The weather in March in Kodaikānāl is characteristically warm and reasonably dry.

It is perhaps a good month to visit Kodaikānāl, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.

March is in the spring in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 13°C (56°F) is normal.

On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 41mm 1.6 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 3 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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April

Kodaikānāl April weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
22°C 113mm 8hrs 13.1hrs

Kodaikānāl's weather in April is typically warm and damp in nature.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

April is in the spring in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 25°C (77°F), whilst at night 15°C (59°F) is normal.

On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 113mm 4.5 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day.

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May

Kodaikānāl May weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
22°C 135mm 6.8hrs 13.3hrs

May is a wet, humid month in Kodaikānāl and the temperature is generally warm.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

May is in the spring in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (76°F), whilst at night 16°C (60°F) is normal.

On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 135mm 5.3 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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June

Kodaikānāl June weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 151mm 4.6hrs 12.3hrs

Warm and wet weather often prevails in Kodaikānāl during the month of June

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

June is in the summer in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 23°C (73°F), whilst at night 15°C (59°F) is normal.

On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 151mm 6 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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July

Kodaikānāl July weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
19°C 243mm 4.2hrs 12.5hrs

July in Kodaikānāl is generally very wet with the temperature being mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

July is in the summer in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 14°C (58°F) is normal.

On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 243mm 9.6 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.2 hours of sunshine per day.

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August

Kodaikānāl August weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
19°C 185mm 4.3hrs 12.8hrs

The weather in August in Kodaikānāl is characteristically mild and wet.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

August is in the summer in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 14°C (58°F) is normal.

On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 185mm 7.3 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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September

Kodaikānāl September weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
20°C 186mm 5.3hrs 13.1hrs

Kodaikānāl's weather in September is typically warm and wet in nature.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

September is in the fall / autumn in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 22°C (71°F), whilst at night 14°C (58°F) is normal.

On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 186mm 7.3 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 10 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.3 hours of sunshine per day.

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October

Kodaikānāl October weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
19°C 242mm 5.5hrs 13.3hrs

October is a very wet month in Kodaikānāl and the temperature is generally mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

October is in the fall / autumn in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (70°F), whilst at night 14°C (57°F) is normal.

On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 242mm 9.5 inches of rain making it a very wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 12 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day.

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November

Kodaikānāl November weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
18°C 181mm 5.8hrs 12.3hrs

November in Kodaikānāl is generally wet with the temperature being mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

November is in the fall / autumn in Kodaikānāl and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (69°F), whilst at night 13°C (55°F) is normal.

On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 181mm 7.1 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 9 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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December

Kodaikānāl December weather averages
Temp Rain Sunshine Day length
18°C 113mm 6.8hrs 12.5hrs

December in Kodaikānāl is generally damp with the temperature being mild.

Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Kodaikānāl for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.

December is in the winter in Kodaikānāl and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 20°C (69°F), whilst at night 12°C (53°F) is normal.

On average December is the wettest month of the year in Kodaikānāl with around 113mm 4.4 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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Kodaikānāl weather stats

Kodaikānāl weather statistics
Hottest month: May 24.2°C 75.6°F
Driest month: January 23mm 0.9ins
Sunniest month: February 8.6hrs
Coldest month: January 21°C 69.8°F
Wettest month: July 243mm 9.6ins
Warmest sea: April 30°C 86°F
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