Thekkady Weather in October

During October, Thekkady experiences high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and cooler nights around 20°C (68°F). October sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Thekkady in October

As part of the rainy season, Thekkady sees around 11 days of rain in October, with an average of 298 mm (12 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Thekkady in October

Thekkady in October gets highs of 28°C (82°F) during the day and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights remain mild at 20°C (68°F), making evenings a pleasant time to be outdoors.

Sunshine in Thekkady in October

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 155 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.

October in Thekkady can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Thekkady Temperature in October

Min Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Max Temperature 28°C (82°F)  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 298 mm (12 in)  

Rainy days 11 days  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Munnar, India (54 KM, 34 Miles).

Historical weather for Thekkady in October

Browse day-by-day weather records for Thekkady spanning 27 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

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Thekkady historical weather extremes in October

Based on weather observations in Thekkady between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during October.

• The hottest October day on record in Thekkady reached 31°C (88°F) (October 5, 2012).
• Thekkady experienced its chilliest October day on October 2, 2009, reaching only 22°C (72°F).
• The coldest night in October in Thekkady was on October 27, 2025, with a minimum of 13°C (55°F).
• Peak precipitation in October occurred on October 5, 2018, when 127 mm (5 in) of precipitation was measured.

What to Wear in Thekkady in October

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in October. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Thekkady in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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