Shenkottai in May
5.3out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 32°C. Very wet: about 24 rainy days.
32°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
24Rainy days (146 mm)
12:25 hDaylight
06:05Sunrise · 18:30 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 32°C
- Very wet: about 24 rainy 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 (±3.1 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 | 20°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 33°C | 21°C | 20 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.4 |
| March | 36°C | 22°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 34°C | 23°C | 115 mm | 21 | – | – | 4.6 |
| May | 32°C | 23°C | 146 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.3 |
| June | 29°C | 23°C | 192 mm | 24 | – | – | 6.0 |
| July | 29°C | 22°C | 151 mm | 22 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 29°C | 22°C | 132 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
| September | 30°C | 22°C | 135 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 30°C | 22°C | 211 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 29°C | 22°C | 188 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 29°C | 20°C | 73 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shenkottai in May?
Daytime highs average 32°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Shenkottai?
The best months are January, December.