Mahabalipuram, India
Tamil Nadu · India
Mahabalipuram is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 15,172. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 15,172 |
| Population Density | 88 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6209°, 80.1933° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.4 inches (1,255 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 15,172. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (30.9°C), the coldest is Jan (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1474 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.4°F |
| 54% above India avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 172.5 sq mi (446.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 88/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6209°N, 80.1933°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 89°F (32°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 87°F (30°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 9.7 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in |
Mahabalipuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.3") and March the driest (0.2").
Schools in Mahabalipuram
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mahabalipuram
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magesh Tamil Radio | folk music, melody | MP3 | |
| Radio City chennai | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Magesh online radio 24/7 | magesh, tamil | MP3 | |
| Inbam fm | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Chennai live | talk radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Mahabalipuram
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu House | ||||
| Hindu House | ||||
| India Seashell Museum | ||||
| Lighthouse Heritage Museum | ||||
| Maritime Museum | ||||
| Syrian Christian House |
Libraries in Mahabalipuram
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Library Chengalpattu | 0.0 | |||||
| Founder's block | 0.0 | |||||
| SRM Library | 0.0 | |||||
| State Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VIT Chennai Library | 0.0 | |||||
| பாரதி அறிவுடைமை பொது நூலகம் | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mahabalipuram
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bhagawan Fish Market |
Hotels in Mahabalipuram
32 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mahabalipuram
49 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mahabalipuram
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mahabalipuram
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Mahabalipuram
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mahabalipuram
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mahabalipuram
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mahabalipuram
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mahabalipuram
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mahabalipuram
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mahabalipuram
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai International Airport | MAA | Large Airport |
| Pondicherry Airport | PNY | Medium Airport |
| INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station | - | Small Airport |
| Tambaram Air Force Station | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mahabalipuram
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office 603104 |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Mahabalipuram
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram | Cultural | 1984 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mahabalipuram
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arjuna Ratha | |
| Bhima Ratha | |
| Dharmaraja Ratha | |
| Draupadi Ratha | |
| Ganesh Ratha | |
| Karukaatha Amman Temple | |
| Mamallapuram Shore Temple | |
| Masjid-e-noor Jumma | |
| Mukunda Nayanar | |
| Nakula Sahadeva Ratha | |
| Pidari | |
| Pidari ratha and Valayankuttai ratha | |
| Shiva Temple | |
| Shri Kali Madha | |
| Sthalasayana Perumal Temple | |
| Vālmīkanāthar |
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What is the population of Mahabalipuram?
Mahabalipuram has a population of 15,172 residents and is located in India. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 172.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mahabalipuram?
Mahabalipuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches.
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