September · India
Best time to visit Puducherry in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Puducherry in September
Average temperature 29°C, 106 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
8.1/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 106 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Puducherry scores 8.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 106 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Puducherry's French quarter, promenade and ashrams give Tamil Nadu a distinctive seaside town.
September in Puducherry — reliably good (7th best month)
Days in September average 29°C (84°F) and humidity near 78% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
106 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 7th 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 moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Puducherry — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Puducherry in September?
- In September, Puducherry averages 29°C, 106 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Puducherry?
- September earns a 8.1/10 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 September?
- Expect about 106 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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