Best Time to Visit Yercaud

October to April is Best Season to Visit Yercaud

Yercaud is often referred to as 'Jewel of the South' can be visited at any time throughout the Year, however, the best time to visit Yercaud is Winter season from October to April to experience this beautiful hill station. Yercaud has a pleasant climate and breathtaking views during the winter season and it is the perfect time for sightseeing and outdoor activities. This is also the best time for trekking and hiking options. Winter is the good season if you would like to explore the Hogenakkal Waterfalls. Though summer is also a good season to visit Yercaud, it is usually crowded with a large number of tourists.

December to January & May to June is Peak Season in Yercaud

New Year time and Summer are the peak seasons in Yercaud. New year attracts a large number of travelers and hotel prices are usually very high during this season. Summer is the busiest season in Yercaud and attracts a large number of travelers to spend their summer vacation. Hotels are very expensive during summer due to the large influx of travelers.

Minimum Temperature in Yercaud

16°C

Maximum Temperature in Yercaud

40°C

Present Temperature in Yercaud

Winter Season:

Winter is probably the most awaited season of all. The winter months in Yercaud slowly creep in by the beginning of October and go all the way up to February. The temperature in winter goes to 15°C and the hill station experiences heavy clouds and fog at this time. This season has a beautiful charm with misty days and cold nights. Heavy woolen clothes should be carried while visiting Yercaud during winter. Hotels are also usually expensive during the winter season and advance booking is mandatory.

Summer Season:

March to May marks the summer season of Yercaud. This is the peak tourism season and the best time to visit the town as the weather remains pleasant and ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. The summer temperature in Yercaud is usually around 28°C. And this is the time for the annual festival of Yercaud ‘Yercaud Festival’. This is the prime attraction of Yercaud.

Monsoon Season:

July to September is monsoon season. Monsoon is a little hot and humid in Yercaud. The temperature ranges up to 25°C. But this will not make it uncomfortable for any of the travelers. Because of its ethereal look of coffee plantations after rain washed. This is a perfect season to plan a trip to Yercaud.