Thenkasi
City in Tamil Nadu, India
Overview
Thenkasi is a small, picturesque city at the foothills of the Western Ghats, famed for its waterfalls and ancient temples. Its relaxed pace and natural beauty make it a popular base for travelers exploring southern Tamil Nadu. The city retains strong local culture, offering a blend of sacred sites and rural charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Tamil Nadu
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
8.96°, 77.32°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
52
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
42
Food Safety
58
Monthly Cost
$457
Local Cost
$210
Local Income
$220
Cashless
35
English
38
Temperature
25.9°C
Summer Avg
25.6°C
Winter Avg
24.4°C
Record High
41.4°C
Record Low
13.6°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1342 mm
Internet Speed
83 Mbps
Upload
84 Mbps
Latency
25 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 46 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 58/100.