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Kerala

Visit in February — score 90/100 · avg high 97°F · 2 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#2
92°/62°F
3 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

#1
97°/64°F
2 rain days
11.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#3
100°/68°F
10 rain days
11.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

April

99°/73°F
19 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

94°/73°F
31 rain days
12.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

86°/71°F
30 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

83°/70°F
31 rain days
12.6h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

August

84°/70°F
31 rain days
12.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

September

85°/69°F
30 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

85°/69°F
31 rain days
11.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

85°/65°F
30 rain days
11.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

87°/63°F
11 rain days
11.4h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January8876°92°62°31411.4hHighAverage
February9080°97°64°2911.7hHighAverage
March7483°100°68°103911.9hModerateAverage
April5383°99°73°197712.2hModerateAverage
May5080°94°73°3120412.5hModerateBelow avg
June5177°86°71°3036012.6hModerateBelow avg
July4975°83°70°3140412.6hModerateAverage
August4975°84°70°3129212.4hModerateAverage
September5076°85°69°3022912.1hModerateBelow avg
October4776°85°69°3123611.8hModerateAverage
November4676°85°65°3014211.5hModerateAverage
December7075°87°63°114211.4hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
59/100
High
98°F
Low
71°F
Rain days
20/mo
Crowds
moderate

Spring in Kerala (March, April, May) brings average highs of 98°F and lows of 71°F, with about 20 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 74/100.

Summer

Score
50/100
High
84°F
Low
70°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Kerala (June, July, August) brings average highs of 84°F and lows of 70°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 50/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 51/100.

Fall

Score
48/100
High
85°F
Low
68°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Kerala (September, October, November) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 68°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 48/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 50/100.

Winter

Score
83/100
High
92°F
Low
63°F
Rain days
5/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Kerala (December, January, February) brings average highs of 92°F and lows of 63°F, with about 5 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 83/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 90/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Kerala?
The best month to visit Kerala is February, with an overall travel score of 90/100. Expect average highs of 97°F, about 2 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Kerala expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Kerala are relatively moderate, averaging 87% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Kerala in December?
December in Kerala has average highs of 87°F and lows of 63°F, with approximately 11 rainy days and 11.4 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 70/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Kerala?
The most affordable time to visit Kerala is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is November (score: 46/100).

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