Best Time to Visit Coimbatore
India · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Coimbatore is December and January, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. March is the hottest month, with average highs of 36°C (97°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 17°C (63°F). The rainy season runs over May to November; October is the wettest month with about 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain. May is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the rain.
Coimbatore weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C 87°F | 17°C 63°F | 14 mm | 2 | 70% | 7.3 | Excellent 8.6 |
| February | 34°C 92°F | 18°C 65°F | 9 mm | 2 | 58% | 7.9 | Good 6.6 |
| March | 36°C 97°F | 21°C 70°F | 32 mm | 6 | 54% | 7.1 | Fair 5.3 |
| April | 36°C 96°F | 24°C 74°F | 56 mm | 11 | 63% | 5.2 | Fair 4.7 |
| May | 32°C 90°F | 23°C 74°F | 125 mm | 20 | 76% | 3.2 | Poor 2 |
| June | 29°C 85°F | 22°C 72°F | 154 mm | 26 | 83% | 1.5 | Poor 2.3 |
| July | 28°C 83°F | 22°C 71°F | 175 mm | 27 | 85% | 0.8 | Poor 2.6 |
| August | 28°C 83°F | 21°C 71°F | 150 mm | 23 | 85% | 1.2 | Poor 2.6 |
| September | 29°C 84°F | 21°C 70°F | 134 mm | 21 | 85% | 2 | Poor 2.7 |
| October | 29°C 84°F | 21°C 70°F | 190 mm | 23 | 85% | 2.8 | Poor 3.1 |
| November | 28°C 82°F | 20°C 67°F | 135 mm | 18 | 84% | 3.7 | Poor 4.1 |
| December | 28°C 83°F | 18°C 65°F | 43 mm | 7 | 81% | 5.4 | Excellent 8.6 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Coimbatore?
The best time to visit Coimbatore is December and January, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Coimbatore?
March is the hottest month in Coimbatore, with an average high of 36°C (97°F).
What is the coldest month in Coimbatore?
January is the coldest month in Coimbatore, with an average low of 17°C (63°F).
What is the rainiest month in Coimbatore?
October is the wettest month, with about 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain. February is the driest, with 9 mm (0.4 in).
When is the rainy season in Coimbatore?
The rainy season in Coimbatore is May to November.
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