Kerala weather in December
Are you planning a trip to Kerala in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Kerala in December?
Kerala is a region in India. December in Kerala generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Maraiyūr at 25°C to very warm in Trichūr at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Trichūr and 16°C in Maraiyūr. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Bekal with an average of 23 mm to high rainfall in Vagamon with 117 mm.
For specific regional insights in Kerala for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Kerala climate page.
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Average weather in Kochi
In December Kochi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Alappuzha
In December Alappuzha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Munnar
In December Munnar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Varkala
In December Varkala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Thekkady
In December Thekkady generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kerala, in India.
Is December the best time to visit Kerala?
In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Kerala with overall pleasant weather in Kochi.
On average, the best time to visit Kerala is in January with generally perfect weather in Kochi. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.
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