Vettavalam in May
5.2out of 10
Not the best time
Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
38°CAvg high
28°CAvg low
9Rainy days (54 mm)
12:33 hDaylight
05:53Sunrise · 18:26 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 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 (±4.2 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 | 30°C | 20°C | 11 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.5 |
| February | 32°C | 21°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.0 |
| March | 35°C | 23°C | 15 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 37°C | 26°C | 26 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.4 |
| May | 38°C | 28°C | 54 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.2 |
| June | 37°C | 27°C | 71 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.2 |
| July | 36°C | 27°C | 76 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.4 |
| August | 35°C | 26°C | 102 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.4 |
| September | 34°C | 26°C | 117 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.3 |
| October | 32°C | 24°C | 176 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.2 |
| November | 30°C | 23°C | 169 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 29°C | 21°C | 90 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Vettavalam in May?
Daytime highs average 38°C and nights about 28°C.
When is the best time to visit Vettavalam?
The best months are January, February, December.