The short answer
When to go to Kanchipuram
The best months are November to February, when days are warm but manageable and the temples are comfortable early in the morning. April to June is very hot, and barefoot walking on stone becomes tiring. The northeast monsoon brings regular showers from October to December, which are rarely a problem for temple visits but need an umbrella. Older travellers should go in winter if possible, start early and rest at midday.
Month by month
Kanchipuram weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 18°C | 7 mm | Dry and warm days; the best temple weather | |
| February | 33°C | 19°C | 6 mm | Dry, warming; still good for full days | |
| March | 36°C | 22°C | 11 mm | Hot by midday; keep to mornings | |
| April | 38°C | 25°C | 30 mm | Very hot; temples are barefoot on scorching stone | |
| May | 39°C | 26°C | 64 mm | Peak heat; only for early starts | |
| June | 37°C | 26°C | 90 mm | Hot and humid, with some rain | |
| July | 35°C | 25°C | 105 mm | Hot, humid and showery | |
| August | 34°C | 24°C | 145 mm | Hot and humid; showers | |
| September | 34°C | 24°C | 184 mm | Humid with heavier rain | |
| October | 32°C | 23°C | 167 mm | Northeast monsoon begins; showers likely | |
| November | 30°C | 21°C | 165 mm | Cooler, but wet spells; carry an umbrella | |
| December | 29°C | 19°C | 76 mm | Pleasant days; some rain early in the month |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Kanchipuram seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Dry and warm days; the best temple weather
- February: Dry, warming; still good for full days
- December: Pleasant days; some rain early in the month
Good, with small trade-offs: November
- November: Cooler, but wet spells; carry an umbrella
Possible, with planning: March, July, August, September and October
- March: Hot by midday; keep to mornings
- July: Hot, humid and showery
- August: Hot and humid; showers
- September: Humid with heavier rain
- October: Northeast monsoon begins; showers likely
Best avoided with parents or children: April, May and June
- April: Very hot; temples are barefoot on scorching stone
- May: Peak heat; only for early starts
- June: Hot and humid, with some rain
Useful answers
Best time to visit Kanchipuram: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Kanchipuram?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Kanchipuram, with November also good. The best months are November to February, when days are warm but manageable and the temples are comfortable early in the morning. April to June is very hot, and barefoot walking on stone becomes tiring. The northeast monsoon brings regular showers from October to December, which are rarely a problem for temple visits but need an umbrella. Older travellers should go in winter if possible, start early and rest at midday.
Which months should I avoid in Kanchipuram with elderly parents?
April, May and June are the months to avoid with older travellers. Very hot; temples are barefoot on scorching stone Peak heat; only for early starts
When does it rain most in Kanchipuram?
September is the wettest month, with about 184 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is May, with average highs around 39°C.