Climate Overview
The climate in Muthupet is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 747mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 218mm of rainfall. Muthupet is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, April, July. The coldest months are December, January, November, when temperatures can drop to 24°C.
Temperature
Muthupet has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 30°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Muthupet is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 747mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 62mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 218mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 5mm. That's 213mm less than May, 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
Muthupet is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
63 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Muthupet, which began on June 21, 2026. Muthupet 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 August at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 24°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 27 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 248mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 28 to 33°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 199mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 25 to 32°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 220mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 24 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 80mm over the season and a monthly average of 27mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/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 Muthupet 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.