Mountain town in Tamil Nadu, India
Ooty weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ooty
Mar–May is cool but busy; Sep–Oct is clear after the monsoon. Jun–Aug is wet and Nov–Dec is cold and misty.
Ooty weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan19°4 mm
- Feb22°6 mm
- Mar24°26 mm
- Apr24°56 mm
- May21°105 mm
- Jun18°121 mm
- Jul17°125 mm
- Aug17°109 mm
- Sep18°111 mm
- Oct18°160 mm
- Nov16°98 mm
- Dec17°24 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C66°F | 5°C41°F | 4 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| February | 22°C72°F | 6°C43°F | 6 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C76°F | 9°C49°F | 26 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C76°F | 12°C53°F | 56 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| May | 21°C71°F | 11°C52°F | 105 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 18°C65°F | 10°C50°F | 121 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| July | 17°C63°F | 10°C49°F | 125 mm | 82% | Cool |
| August | 17°C63°F | 9°C49°F | 109 mm | 82% | Cool |
| September | 18°C64°F | 9°C49°F | 111 mm | 82% | Cool |
| October | 18°C64°F | 9°C48°F | 160 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| November | 16°C62°F | 8°C46°F | 98 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 17°C63°F | 6°C42°F | 24 mm | 76% | Cool |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Ooty | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Mar (24°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Ooty?
Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Mar–May is cool but busy; Sep–Oct is clear after the monsoon. Jun–Aug is wet and Nov–Dec is cold and misty.
When is the rainy season in Ooty?
Rain peaks in October with about 160 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Oct.
What is the hottest month in Ooty?
March, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Ooty get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 5°C (41°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 9.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.