Tamil Nadu North Coast, India: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Tamil Nadu North Coast, India? If you're planning to go to Tamil Nadu North Coast, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Tamil Nadu North Coast
- Important essentials for Tamil Nadu North Coast
- Activities for Tamil Nadu North Coast
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in January: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in February: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in March: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in April: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in May: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in June: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in July: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in August: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in September: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in October: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in November: weather and what to pack
- Tamil Nadu North Coast in December: weather and what to pack
About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Tamil Nadu North Coast, India
Based on the climate and weather in Tamil Nadu North Coast, the best time to go is January. See below for details.
Important essentials for Tamil Nadu North Coast, India
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Tamil Nadu North Coast, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly product.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's useful to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C, D and M. This one should be appropriate for most locations, but check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Tamil Nadu North Coast. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
What to wear/what to pack for Tamil Nadu North Coast, India by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Tamil Nadu North Coast during January, you might notice that it is pretty consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also filters harmful contaminants:
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Bug repellent
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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If you're going to the beach
February
If you visit Tamil Nadu North Coast during February, you are likely to see that it is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Waterproof sandals
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also removes harmful contaminants:
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunglasses
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Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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If you're going to the beach
March
March is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
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Waterproof sandals
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Skirts
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite also removes harmful contaminants:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and cool you.
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
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Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
April
April in this region is a scorcher and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug bite relief
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Sunglasses
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Light linen shorts
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Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to cool you and to provide UV protection.
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UV protecting pants/skirts
These will keep your legs safe from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
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Skirts
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Thin short sleeve shirts
Remember to pack extra, since these often get wet or dirty.
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Waterproof sandals
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Bug repellent
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Lightweight 'harem' pants
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Cooling tank or crop tops
These are engineered to cool you:
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Personal cooling fan
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Insulated water bottle
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High-SPF sunscreen lotion
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
May
May in this region is scorchingly hot. Temperatures average in the high 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
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Light linen shorts
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Sunglasses
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
Bug bite relief
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Personal cooling fan
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are specially designed to cool you:
-
Sun protecting pants/skirts
These will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created for cooling and offer UV protection.
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Skirts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
It's important bring additional, as these get wet or dirty.
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
June
If you visit Tamil Nadu North Coast during June, you are likely to notice that it can be blisteringly hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light linen shorts
Bug bite relief
-
Protecting legwear
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, as these get wet or dirty.
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Skirts
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Sunglasses
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are engineered to help you stay cool and to provide UV protection.
-
Personal cooling fan
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created to help you stay cool:
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
If you vacation in Tamil Nadu North Coast during July, you may notice that it is a scorcher. Temperatures tend to hover around the 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Sunglasses
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Light linen shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Bug repellent
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
UV protecting legwear
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
Bug bite relief
-
Skirts
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, as these often get wet or dirty.
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are created for cooling:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are specially designed to help you stay cool and can provide UV protection.
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
August
August is a scorcher. Temperatures average in the low 90s F (mid 30s C) during the day. It rains occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
High-SPF sunscreen lotion
-
Sunglasses
Bug bite relief
-
Thin short sleeve shirts
Make sure pack extra, since these easily get wet or dirty.
-
Insulated water bottle
-
Skirts
-
Personal cooling fan
-
Light linen shorts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cooling tank or crop tops
These are developed to help you stay cool:
-
Sun protecting pants
These will keep your legs protected from UV rays while also cool. Our favorites:
-
Light dresses
These Columbia dresses are created to cool you and include UV protection.
-
Lightweight 'harem' pants
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
September
September in Tamil Nadu North Coast can be very hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 90s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes dangerous contaminants:
-
Skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Breatheable shirts
A breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
October
If you go to Tamil Nadu North Coast in October, you will notice that it is extremely hot. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Bug repellent
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
-
Skirts
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
November
November can be very hot. Temperatures average in the 80s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Sunglasses
-
Bug repellent
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Skirts
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also removes contaminants:
-
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are a lifesaver in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
December
December in Tamil Nadu North Coast is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
-
Bug repellent
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice also filters contaminants:
-
Loose-fit shorts
-
Skirts
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from UV rays:
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
-
Sunglasses
-
If you're going to the beach
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We like:
Activities for Tamil Nadu North Coast, India
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Tamil Nadu North Coast.
Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram)
Auroville
Thanjavur Royal Palace and Museum
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