Climate Insights for Krishnagiri

The climate in Krishnagiri is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 621mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 184mm of rainfall. Krishnagiri is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: April, May, March. The coldest months are January, December, November, when temperatures can drop to 18°C.

Krishnagiri sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 37°C. April is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 31°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Krishnagiri is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 621mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 184mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0mm. That's 184mm less than June, 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.

Krishnagiri is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

It is currently summer in Krishnagiri, which began on June 21, 2026. Krishnagiri 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 April at around 37°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 18°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.

The best time to visit Krishnagiri is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 41mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Krishnagiri 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.