Lying in the south eastern part of the Indian peninsula – extending between 8° 04' N latitude and 78° 0' E longitude – the state of Tamil Nadu experiences a tropical climate, with slight variation in temperatures during the summer and winter months. Climate in Mudumalai is comparatively warmer than that of some of the nearby wildlife reserves.

Although the sanctuary is located in the Nilgiris, the climate in Mudumalai is different from the adjoining region. Mudumalai National park experiences hot summers (from April to June) and cold winters (December and January). Overall there is not much difference in the temperatures. Annual rainfall received by the sanctuary is around 1420 mm.

During southwestern monsoons (June to September), the western part of Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary receives more rainfall than the eastern side, while during north western monsoons (October to December), the eastern region receives more rainfall.

Though Mudumalai can be visited almost all through the year, but the best time to visit Mudumalai National Park is from March to June and from September to October.

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