Climate Insights for Achanpudur
Shenkottai, Tamil Nadu, India
Climate Overview
The climate in Achanpudur is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,624 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 233 mm of rainfall. Achanpudur sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Achanpudur is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 63.9 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 9.2 in of rainfall. Achanpudur sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Achanpudur sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 36°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Achanpudur sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 96°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Achanpudur is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,624 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 135 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 233 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 12 mm. That's 221 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Achanpudur is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 63.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.3 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 9.2 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.5 in. That's 8.7 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Achanpudur is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.Achanpudur is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4mph in winter, 3mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Achanpudur based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Achanpudur based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.