December · India
Best time to visit Puducherry in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puducherry in December
Average temperature 26°C, 157 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.8/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 157 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Puducherry scores 5.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 157 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puducherry's French quarter, promenade and ashrams give Tamil Nadu a distinctive seaside town.
December in Puducherry — middling scores, decent value
Days in December average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 85% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
157 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.8/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Puducherry — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puducherry in December?
- In December, Puducherry averages 26°C, 157 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Puducherry?
- December earns a 5.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Puducherry in December?
- Expect about 157 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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