Tirunelveli, India
Tamil Nadu · India
Tirunelveli is a large city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 411,298. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 84°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 | 411,298 |
| Population Density | 5,610 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.7274°, 77.6838° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.3 inches (769 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tirunelveli
Tirunelveli is a large city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 411,298. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Tirunelveli
Tirunelveli has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1255 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 84.2°F |
| 56% above India avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 73.3 sq mi (189.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,610/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.7274°N, 77.6838°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| September | 86°F (30°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
Tirunelveli has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.2") and August the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Tirunelveli
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher Arts and Science College | College | - | Visit → |
| Einstein College of Engineering | College | 2004 | Visit → |
| FX Polytechnic College | College | - | , |
| Government College Of Engineering | University | - | , |
| Infant Jesus College of Engineering | College | - | , |
| Ithaya Jyothi College of Nursing | College | - | Visit → |
| Jp group of institution | College | - | , |
| Manonmaniam Sundaranar University | University | - | Visit → |
| MDT Hindu College | College | - | Visit → |
| Psn Engineering College | College | - | , |
| Rose Mary College of Arts and Science | College | - | Visit → |
| Rose Mary College of Arts and Science for Women | College | - | , |
| Sarada college for women | College | - | , |
| Sarah Tuckar College | College | - | , |
| St. John's College | College | - | , |
| St. Joseph College of Education | College | - | Visit → |
| St. Xavier's College | College | - | , |
| St. Xavier's college Hockey Ground | College | - | , |
| Tirunelveli Government Medical College and Hospital | College | 1965 | Visit → |
Schools in Tirunelveli
37 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Mary School of Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| Angelo Matriculation Hr. Sec. School | - | - | - | - |
| Cathedral Church | - | - | - | - |
| Rose Mary Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Child Jesus Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Siva Nursery & Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cooperative Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Government Higher Secondary Schooll, Suthamalli | - | - | - | - |
| Kamarajar Municipal Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Schaffter Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Servite Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joachim's Matriculation School | - | - | - | - |
| Muthamil Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Rose Mary Ideal Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Tirunelveli Corporation Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tirunelveli Corporation Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| M D T Hindu School | - | - | - | - |
| Siva Nursery & Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cooperative Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Rose Mary Ideal Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Kamarajar Municipal Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Schaffter Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Angels BCV International School | - | - | - | - |
| Rose Mary School of Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| Pannai Venkataramier High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joachim's Matriculation School | - | - | - | - |
| Muthamil Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Radhasoami High School | - | - | - | - |
| Vedic vidhyashram | - | - | - | - |
| Tirunelveli Corporation Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tirunelveli Corporation Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| M D T Hindu School | - | - | - | - |
| Rose Mary Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Ramnagar. | - | - | - | - |
| St. John's Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| AU Chinmaya Vidyalaya Matriculation School | - | - | - | - |
| CSI Matriculation Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tirunelveli
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AURAL OLDIES | oldies | MP3 | |
| Radio Paramankurichi | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Annai FM | malayalam, music | MP3 | |
| Nellai FM | - | MP3 | |
| AIR Tuticorin | news, tamil music | AAC+ 78 kbps |
Museums in Tirunelveli
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Science Centre | ||||
| Gajendravaradhar Arakkattalai Arungatchiyagam |
Libraries in Tirunelveli
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District Central Library, Palayamkottai | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tirunelveli
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palay Market | |||||
| Vegitable Market | |||||
| Wednesday Weekly Market |
Hotels in Tirunelveli
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tirunelveli
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Tirunelveli
6 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tirunelveli
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tirunelveli
19 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tirunelveli
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Tirunelveli
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tirunelveli
6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tirunelveli
14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tirunelveli
10 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tirunelveli
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kovilpatti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tuticorin Airport | TCR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tirunelveli
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office Pettai | |
| Post Office Pettai | |
| Post officr |
Treatment Centers in Tirunelveli
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hebron coyncilling centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tirunelveli
35 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aruldarum Kambanadi Kamachi Ambal Sametha Arulmigu Moolamagalingam Temple | |
| Arulmigu Palayam Salai Kumaraswamy Temple | |
| Arulmigu Perathu Selvi Amman Temple | |
| Arulmigu Sri Kariyamanika Perumal Shrine | |
| Arulmigu Sri Muppidathi Amman temple | |
| Arulmigu Sri Sundara Vinayagar Temple | |
| Arulmigu Varadarajaperumal temple | |
| C.S.I. Christ Church | |
| C.S.I. Christ Church | |
| Clarinda Church | |
| Clarinda Church building | |
| CSI Christ Church, Pudhu Pettai | |
| CSI Christ Church, Pudhu Pettai | |
| Immanuel Assembly Of God Church | |
| Immanuel Assembly Of God Church | |
| Jumma Masjid | |
| Kanthimathi Amman Sannithi | |
| Kattu Jumma Masjid | |
| Kulathu Palli | |
| Magdoom Gnaniyar Pallivasal |
Quick Facts
Around Tirunelveli
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Tirunelveli?
Tirunelveli has a population of 411,298 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,610 people per square mile, spread across 73.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tirunelveli?
Tirunelveli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.3 inches.
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