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Timeless beauty of Mahabalipuram - where history meets the sea

Best time to visit in Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram, Coastal town in Tamil Nadu, India, is known for it's rich history, cultural significance, and many attractions.

Tourism in Mahabalipuram

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Best time to visit
Nov - Sep
Ideal Duration
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Rs. 3,000
  • Rock-cut architecture
  • Ancient architecture
  • Seashore

Weather in Mahabalipuram

Tue, May 06 2025

32.82ºC | 29.16ºC

Clouds from morning to night

73.0% Humidity

Wed, May 07 2025

32.88ºC | 27.68ºC

Clouds in morning and rain from afternoon to night

70.38% Humidity

Thu, May 08 2025

33.61ºC | 27.53ºC

Clouds in morning , afternoon and evening and rain in night

64.25% Humidity

Fri, May 09 2025

34.63ºC | 29.1ºC

Clouds from morning to night

63.75% Humidity

Sat, May 10 2025

34.23ºC | 28.93ºC

Clouds from morning to night

69.63% Humidity

Sun, May 11 2025

29.02ºC | 29.02ºC

Clouds from morning to night

78.0% Humidity

Best Time To Visit Mahabalipuram

Plan your trip during best season to experience the best of this stunning destination

Situated on the Coromandel coast, Mahabalipuram is famous for its intricately carved temples. Whether you are a history buff or a beach lover, Mahabalipuram offers an incredible vacation. The best season to visit Mahabalipuram is winter, which sets in October and stays till March. The weather remains sunny and warm while the nights get cooler. Winter offers the perfect climate to explore the town and participate in various outdoor activities. The peak season for visiting Mahabalipuram is between November and February. The summer months are mostly avoided when exploring this historical city as the temperature gets higher and humidity increases. The heat becomes unbearable, and sightseeing gets hampered.

Climate in Mahabalipuram

Summer Season in Mahabalipuram

The temperature stays relatively hot throughout the summer in Mahabalipuram. It becomes extremely hot in Mahabalipuram during the day because of the consistently high temperatures, which makes getting around the town challenging. The summer season begins in March, and the hottest month is April. Summer is the ideal season for leisure travellers to enjoy beach vacations. Additionally, it is the best time for budget travellers as the hotels and restaurants offer huge discounts. It is advised that visitors to Mahabalipuram bring cotton clothing and sun protection equipment during this time. The pre-monsoon showers that arrive in June contribute to the pleasant weather. It is the ideal time of year to visit the nearby tiny villages of Mahabalipuram.

Monsoon Season in Mahabalipuram

Monsoon season in Mahabalipuram brings moderate rains with humidity. However, the region's flora looks absolutely beautiful at this time of year. If you are a nature lover, this is the perfect time to visit Mahabalipuram. Throughout this month, the people of Mahabalipuram host a variety of festivals and events. Tourists can purchase beautiful statues and sculptures from the local stalls. By October, the monsoons leave Mahabalipuram, allowing for various outdoor activities as the weather becomes reasonably hot. The famous Arjuna's Penance, etched on the back of a whale-shaped rock, is one of the sites that history buffs visit.

Winter Season in Mahabalipuram

Mahabalipuram's winters are decorated by cool evenings and beautiful days. During this season, tourists can engage in a variety of activities, including sightseeing and other outdoor activities. During this time, Mahabalipuram's beaches become a happening place, and the town gets packed with tourists. It's the busiest month of the year for tourists. Crowds gather to witness the renowned Mahabalipuram Dance Festival, which takes place in December. People from all across the country arrange their winter vacations in Mahabalipuram. The perfect weather and the scenic landscape make people visit Mahabalipuram in Winter. The craze of the Pongal Festival drags tourists to visit Mahabalipuram during this season.

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    Syed Kaleems

    Bangalore

    Syed's 4 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    3 drivers changed in 3 days Most of the time spent in travel instead of enjoy the sight seeing but traveller is good
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    Pavan Maurya

    Mumbai

    Pavan's 3 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    It was very good experience with hotel and cab driver.Cab driver "Kamal Kannan" was a good person.It was very entertaining to ride with him. Also I am very happy with hotel and Travel agent service.
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    Saraldhinakaran

    Kanyakumari

    Saraldhinakaran's 3 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    Our Trip was really good,We enjoyed.Cab was really good,hotel rooms are also good,but regarding Cleaness its bad,and food breakfast was not served properly in time,all delay with shortage.
    VK

    Vivek Kumar

    Karnataka

    Vivek's 5 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    Cab driver was good but cab vendor behaviour was unprofessional. Just for Rs 300 he made the vehicle stop in the middle of the trip. He was not even ready to listen to me.
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    Anvithaudupa

    Bangalore

    Anvithaudupa's 3 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    Thanks for everything. Tour was verg well organized Driver was very polite... Hotel stay wad good... Everything was really nice
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    Abhishek Kashyap

    Bengaluru

    Abhishek's 3 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    The services were good overall...Travel agent was reachable to me for any queries or issues. Cab driver was good as well. The only problem we faced was there was no restaurant near hotel in Trivandrum. Stay was comfortable though.
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    Gwadibhasme

    Maharashtra

    Gwadibhasme's 4 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    ज्या भाषेचा माणूस टूर का गेला तर लँग्वेज च्या खूप मोठा प्रॉब्लेम होतो कारण ड्रायव्हरला स्थानिक भाषा येते आणि आपली भाषा आपण काय बोलतो ते कळत सुद्धा नाही. हा एक मोठा डिफॉल्ट मला या ooty ट्रीप मध्ये दिसून आला. म्हणून ज्या भाषेचे लोक फिरायला गेले त्यांना त्या राज्यामध्ये त्याच भाषेच्या किंवा हिंदी भाषा
    ज्ञात असलेला ड्रायव्हर पुरविण्यात यावा हीच अपेक्षा. आधी योगी फारच सुंदर ...आणि Ooty तर बेस्ट . कर्नाटका good ड्रायव्हर ड्रायव्हिंग वेरी गुड व्हेरी व्हेरी गुड
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    Srkahmed Bly

    Mysore

    Srkahmed's 2 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    This was my first time traveling with TravelTriangle, and I would like to sincerely appreciate Vishwajeet Singh for his consistent follow-ups and assurance that everything would go smoothly. He asked us to trust him—and he delivered. Even during the trip, he checked in to ensure we faced no issues.
    I truly believe he is a valuable asset to your team.
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    Dhairyasheel Dabhade

    Dhairyasheel's 5 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    If it is a peak travel time, you can suggest us for some other off season time so we can change the plans accordingly.. due to peak time, the places were too crowded so could not visit some of the points.
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    Srilakshmi Chowdaryk

    Vijayawada

    Srilakshmi's 4 days trip to Mahabalipuram

    Both Krish Garden farm resort at chidambaram and Welcome Grand Residency Hotel at Pondicherry are very clean and neat. Vehicle Provided for 14 people travel also had nice comfortable seats and ample space for baggage. Driver was friendly and also communication was fine. Blissful journey team plan
    ned the trip with great care and budget we requested addressing our every minor requirement. The Blissful journey team was very polite and caring during the whole Journey. the whole trip has been a very nice memorable experience.

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    FAQ's of Mahabalipuram

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    What is the best weather in Mahabalipuram?

    The best weather in Mahabalipuram appears in the winter season. From November to February, Mahabalipuram offers sunny days and cooler nights.

    How many days are needed in Mahabalipuram?

    Mahabalipuram can be explored in one day. However, if you wish to stay and enjoy the trip to the fullest, you should spend at least 2-3 days here.

    What is special in Mahabalipuram?

    Mahabalipuram, or Mamallapuram, in Tamil Nadu, is mainly famous for its UNESCO World Heritage Site of 7th and 8th Century Hindu temples and monuments. While you are here, visit the intricately carved Hindu temples.

    Which month is best to visit Mahabalipuram?

    The months between November and February are the best time to visit Mahabalipuram. The weather stays cool at this time.

    Is Mahabalipuram worth visiting?

    Mahabalipuram has many historical sites, including Hindu temples and monuments. If you are a history buff who loves a sandy beach, Mahabalipuram is a must-visit for you. Yes, it is surely worth visiting.

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