Shenkottai weather
At 4:30 AM local time it was cloudy and 24°C (75°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.2 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Shenkottai sits 164 m (538 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 Shenkottai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 95%
- Chance of rain
- 31%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.2 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Oct–Nov
About Shenkottai weather
Is it raining in Shenkottai right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 24° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (3.2 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Shenkottai this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 29–32° and lows of 23–24°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Shenkottai lately?
In the past 7 days, Shenkottai had 4 rainy days and 30.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Shenkottai?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Shenkottai weather by month
When is the best time to visit Shenkottai?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Shenkottai is Dec–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Nov tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in December to 36°C (96°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Shenkottai?
October is the wettest month, with about 255 mm (10.0 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 12 mm (0.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Shenkottai?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 36°C (96°F) and lows of 22°C (71°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F).
Does Shenkottai have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Mar 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