Marakkanam weather
At 4:30 AM local time it was clear and 26°C (80°F). Light rain for 4 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Jan–Apr. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Marakkanam, Tamil Nadu, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 16%
- Chance of rain
- 10%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 4 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Jan–AprOff season Oct–Nov
About Marakkanam weather
Is it raining in Marakkanam right now?
No. It’s clear and 26° right now. Light rain for 4 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Marakkanam this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 28–30° and lows of 24–26°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Marakkanam lately?
In the past 7 days, Marakkanam had 2 rainy days and 39.1 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Marakkanam?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Marakkanam weather by month
When is the best time to visit Marakkanam?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Marakkanam 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 (81°F) in January to 33°C (92°F) in May.
What is the rainiest month in Marakkanam?
November is the wettest month, with about 273 mm (10.7 in) of rain on average. February is the driest, with about 8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Marakkanam?
May is the warmest, with average highs of 33°C (92°F) and lows of 28°C (82°F). January is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).
Does Marakkanam 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).
How warm is the sea in Marakkanam?
The sea is warmest in May at about 31°C (88°F) and coolest in January at about 27°C (81°F). It is warm enough for swimming all year.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months