Climate Overview
The climate in Kāraikāl is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 1357mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 475mm of rainfall. Kāraikāl is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, May, July. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 25°C.
Temperature
Kāraikāl has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 25°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Kāraikāl is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1357mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 475mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 13mm. That's 462mm less than November, 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
Kāraikāl is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 27km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 32km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 22km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 26km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 30km/h in summer, 26km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Kāraikāl, which began on March 20, 2026. Kāraikāl is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in June at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 25°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 27 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 134mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Winds are moderate at around 25km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 28 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 150mm over the season and a monthly average of 50mm. Winds are strong, averaging 30km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 755mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 25 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 317mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kāraikāl 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.
