Chennimalai in May
5.1out of 10
Not the best time
Very hot: daytime highs around 37°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
37°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
13Rainy days (64 mm)
12:31 hDaylight
06:00Sunrise · 18:31 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 37°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.5 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 21°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.3 |
| February | 34°C | 22°C | 12 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.5 |
| March | 37°C | 24°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.5 |
| April | 38°C | 26°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.6 |
| May | 37°C | 26°C | 64 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.1 |
| June | 34°C | 25°C | 80 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 32°C | 24°C | 109 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.4 |
| August | 32°C | 24°C | 106 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.6 |
| September | 33°C | 24°C | 92 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.8 |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 159 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.5 |
| November | 30°C | 22°C | 136 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.6 |
| December | 30°C | 21°C | 48 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Chennimalai in May?
Daytime highs average 37°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Chennimalai?
The best months are January, December.