Best Time to Visit Madurai
India · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
If you want the most pleasant weather in Madurai, plan your trip for January. April is the hottest month, with average highs of 37°C (99°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 19°C (65°F). The rainy season runs over August to November; October is the wettest month with about 191 mm (7.5 in) of rain. October is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the rain.
Madurai weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C 87°F | 19°C 65°F | 20 mm | 3 | 76% | 7.2 | Good 7.8 |
| February | 34°C 93°F | 20°C 67°F | 8 mm | 2 | 66% | 8 | Good 6.5 |
| March | 37°C 98°F | 23°C 73°F | 24 mm | 5 | 58% | 6.8 | Fair 4.7 |
| April | 37°C 99°F | 25°C 77°F | 53 mm | 8 | 59% | 5.6 | Poor 4.4 |
| May | 36°C 97°F | 25°C 78°F | 91 mm | 14 | 64% | 4.7 | Poor 3.2 |
| June | 35°C 95°F | 24°C 76°F | 53 mm | 10 | 65% | 3.6 | Fair 5 |
| July | 34°C 94°F | 24°C 75°F | 68 mm | 11 | 63% | 3 | Fair 4.7 |
| August | 34°C 94°F | 24°C 74°F | 101 mm | 14 | 66% | 3.2 | Poor 3.5 |
| September | 34°C 93°F | 23°C 74°F | 104 mm | 14 | 70% | 4 | Poor 4 |
| October | 32°C 89°F | 23°C 73°F | 191 mm | 20 | 77% | 3.5 | Poor 2.5 |
| November | 29°C 84°F | 22°C 71°F | 191 mm | 20 | 84% | 3.5 | Poor 3.3 |
| December | 29°C 84°F | 20°C 68°F | 76 mm | 11 | 84% | 4.9 | Good 6.8 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Madurai?
The best time to visit Madurai is January, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Madurai?
April is the hottest month in Madurai, with an average high of 37°C (99°F).
What is the coldest month in Madurai?
January is the coldest month in Madurai, with an average low of 19°C (65°F).
What is the rainiest month in Madurai?
October is the wettest month, with about 191 mm (7.5 in) of rain. February is the driest, with 8 mm (0.3 in).
When is the rainy season in Madurai?
The rainy season in Madurai is August to November.
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