Tirunelveli weather
At 1:15 AM local time it was partly cloudy and 26°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 5 PM (4.4 mm total). Best months for weather: Dec–Feb. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 59%
- Chance of rain
- 36%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 5 PM (4.4 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Dec–FebOff season Oct–Nov
About Tirunelveli weather
Is it raining in Tirunelveli right now?
No. It’s partly cloudy and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 3 PM, 5 PM (4.4 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Tirunelveli 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Tirunelveli lately?
In the past 7 days, Tirunelveli had 2 rainy days and 24.3 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Tirunelveli?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Tirunelveli weather by month
When is the best time to visit Tirunelveli?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Tirunelveli is Dec–Feb, 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 December to 35°C (94°F) in March.
What is the rainiest month in Tirunelveli?
October is the wettest month, with about 246 mm (9.7 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 13 mm (0.5 in).
What is the hottest month in Tirunelveli?
March is the warmest, with average highs of 35°C (94°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). December is the coolest, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F).
Does Tirunelveli have a rainy season?
Yes. Oct–Nov is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jan–Mar is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Tirunelveli weather month by month
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months