Nellore sits on the Penna River delta on the Andhra Pradesh coast, exposed to both the southwest monsoon and the often heavier northeast monsoon from October to December, along with periodic Bay of Bengal cyclones. IMD radar coverage extends across this Penna delta coastal district.
Rain in Nellore by month
Nellore gets about 1,006 mm (39.6 in) of rain in an average year. The wettest month is October, with 251 mm (9.9 in), and the driest is February, with 4 mm (0.1 in).
| Month | Average rain | Average temperature |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 24.1 °C (75 °F) |
| February | 4 mm (0.1 in) | 25.6 °C (78 °F) |
| March | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 28.5 °C (83 °F) |
| April | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 30.9 °C (88 °F) |
| May | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 32.7 °C (91 °F) |
| June | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 31.4 °C (89 °F) |
| July | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 30.4 °C (87 °F) |
| August | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 29.6 °C (85 °F) |
| September | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28.9 °C (84 °F) |
| October | 251 mm (9.9 in) | 28.0 °C (82 °F) |
| November | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 26.0 °C (79 °F) |
| December | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24.4 °C (76 °F) |
Long-term monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis). They describe the wider area around Nellore and can differ slightly from local weather-station records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Nellore right now?
The map above shows recent radar observations over Nellore, Andhra Pradesh where coverage is available. Use the map legend and timestamp to interpret the imagery. A blank map over Nellore can mean no detected precipitation, missing coverage, delayed data, or rain too light for radar to detect.
How often does the Nellore rain radar update?
Updates depend on the radar provider and local network. Check the timestamp on the map for the latest available frame, and press play to compare recent observations. Radar imagery can lag conditions on the ground.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Nellore?
Press play to compare recent radar frames over Andhra Pradesh and see the direction of detected rain. This can help you assess approaching showers near Nellore, but storms can grow or change direction; check your local weather service for forecasts and warnings.
Is this Nellore rain radar free to use?
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