Kerala weather in October
Are you planning a trip to Kerala in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Kerala in October?
Kerala is a region in India. October in Kerala generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Maraiyūr at 25°C to very warm in Kottayam at 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C in Kottayam and 18°C in Maraiyūr.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sultans Battery with an average of 201 mm to heavy rainfall in Thattakād with 419 mm.
For a closer look at October's conditions in Kerala, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Kerala's yearly weather, check out our Kerala climate page.
Where to go in Kerala in October
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Popular destinations in Kerala
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Kerala?
Average weather in Kochi
In October Kochi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Alappuzha
In October Alappuzha generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Munnar
In October Munnar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Varkala
In October Varkala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Thekkady
In October Thekkady generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kerala, in India.
Is October the best time to visit Kerala?
In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Kerala due to the typically poor weather in Kochi.
Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Kochi. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.
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