With a population of 227,411, Pondicherry is the largest city in Puducherry, India by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Pondicherry deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pondicherry in May, when the average temperature is 32 °C, and the highest can go up to 37 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 20 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 502 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Pondicherry, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
When flying to Pondicherry, you’ll arrive at Pondicherry (PNY), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.
Average rates range from around €35 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €54 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay €1.17 per litre in Pondicherry (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €13.95 and €18.60.