Chidambaram weather
At 6:00 AM local time it was cloudy and 24°C (76°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 AM (3.3 mm total). Best months for weather: Jan–Apr. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 92%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 AM (3.3 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jan–AprOff season Oct–Nov
About Chidambaram weather
Is it raining in Chidambaram right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 5 AM (3.3 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Chidambaram this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 27–32° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 5 of 7 days (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Chidambaram lately?
In the past 7 days, Chidambaram had 2 rainy days and 32.9 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Chidambaram?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Chidambaram weather by month
When is the best time to visit Chidambaram?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Chidambaram is Jan–Apr, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 27°C (80°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in Chidambaram?
November is the wettest month, with about 255 mm (10.0 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Chidambaram?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 28°C (83°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (80°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F).
Does Chidambaram have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun, 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