Pondicherry
A former French colonial quarter of mustard-yellow villas and bougainvillea-draped streets still signposted in French, an ashram-driven calm that has made this a spiritual retreat destination for decades, and a beachfront promenade that closes to traffic every evening for the whole town to walk.
The best time to visit Pondicherry is Oct–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (87°F). Local time there is 04:13 (UTC+5:30).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 82°F · rain 1.5in · 11.5h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Puducherry (Pondicherry), this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C82°F | 37mm1.5in | 11.5h11.5h | in the recommended window |
| February | 29°C85°F | 14mm0.6in | 11.7h11.7h | in the recommended window |
| March | 31°C88°F | 22mm0.9in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| April | 33°C91°F | 16mm0.6in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| May | 35°C95°F | 41mm1.6in | 12.7h12.7h | |
| June | 35°C96°F | 64mm2.5in | 12.8h12.8h | |
| July | 33°C92°F | 99mm3.9in | 12.8h12.8h | |
| August | 34°C92°F | 107mm4.2in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| September | 32°C90°F | 141mm5.6in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| October | 31°C87°F | 242mm9.5in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| November | 28°C83°F | 417mm16.4in | 11.6h11.6h | in the recommended window |
| December | 28°C82°F | 169mm6.7in | 11.4h11.4h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- INR · Indian rupee
- Language
- Hindi, English
- Driving
- on the left
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Pondicherry?
The best time to visit Pondicherry is Oct–Feb, when typical daytime highs reach about 30°C (87°F).
How warm does Pondicherry get?
Typical daytime highs in Pondicherry are Mar–May 33°C (91°F), Jun–Aug 34°C (93°F), Sep–Nov 30°C (87°F), Dec–Feb 28°C (83°F).
Is Pondicherry expensive?
On the ground, Pondicherry is budget-friendly.
What sort of trip is Pondicherry good for?
Pondicherry is good for old stones and real towns, an unhurried pace, eating extremely well, sunshine and salt water.