Arcot weather
At 5:45 AM local time it was mostly clear and 24°C (74°F). Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.4 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Jan–Feb. Arcot sits 174 m (571 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Arcot, Tamil Nadu, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 42%
- Chance of rain
- 16%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.4 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jan–FebOff season Apr–Nov
About Arcot weather
Is it raining in Arcot right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 24° right now. Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.4 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Arcot this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–31° and lows of 22–24°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Arcot lately?
In the past 7 days, Arcot had 2 rainy days and 18.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Arcot?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Arcot weather by month
When is the best time to visit Arcot?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Arcot is Jan–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Apr–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (81°F) in December to 38°C (101°F) in April.
What is the rainiest month in Arcot?
October is the wettest month, with about 202 mm (8.0 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 6 mm (0.2 in).
What is the hottest month in Arcot?
April is the warmest, with average highs of 38°C (101°F) and lows of 24°C (74°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F).
Does Arcot have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan–Apr is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months