Kerala

Kerala Weather & Climate: India

Climate by month across Kerala, India, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Kerala

Kerala in India sees its peak temperatures in April (31°C (88°F)) and its coolest in August (27°C (81°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Kochi, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Kerala changes throughout the year, with no distinct months of consistently pleasant temperatures.

The hottest season always takes place in March, April and May.

Precipitation in Kerala varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in June with 577 mm (23 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 25 mm (1 in). The region experiences its rainy season during May, June, July, August, September and October, when monthly rainfall can range from 279 mm (11 in) to 577 mm (23 in).

Explore Kerala by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kerala — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kochi)

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Kochi Alappuzha Munnar Varkala Thekkady Kovalam
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Climate map of Kerala

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Kochi 28°C (82°F) 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 27°C (81°F) 2925 mm (115 in)
Alappuzha 29°C (84°F) 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 27°C (81°F) 2804 mm (110 in)
Munnar 25°C (77°F) 31°C (88°F) 17°C (63°F) 20°C (68°F) 2791 mm (110 in) 2,267 hours
Varkala 29°C (84°F) 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 27°C (81°F) 1908 mm (75 in) 2,288 hours
Thekkady 27°C (81°F) 33°C (91°F) 18°C (64°F) 22°C (72°F) 2386 mm (94 in) 2,267 hours
Kovalam 29°C (84°F) 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 26°C (79°F) 1915 mm (75 in) 2,328 hours

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