Annual average weather for Kerala, India

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Annual Average Weather for Kerala, India

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 30.7°C (87.2°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The annual average water temperature is typically 28.0°C (82.4°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day. Annually there are on average 14.8 days of rain per month and 8.2 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Kerala?

The best months to visit Kerala are January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The sea is best for swimming between December and May when the sea temperature is above the average 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Can you sunbathe in Kerala year round?

Yes, you can sunbathe in Kerala all year round.

The coolest month in Kerala is January when the average maximum temperature is 31°C (87°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Kerala year round?

Yes, you can swim in Kerala all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in Kerala are found in April when they peak at 30°C (85°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 27°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in Kerala?

The hottest month in Kerala is April when the average maximum temperature is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days 32°C (90°F), average temperature is 29°C (85°F) and average minimum temperature is 27°C (80°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Kerala?

The coolest month in Kerala is January when the average maximum temperature is 31°C (87°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in Kerala?

The sunniest days in Kerala are in February which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In February the sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the least sunny month in Kerala?

June has the least sunshine. In June the sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.

More info about the annual sunshine.

When is the driest month in Kerala?

The driest month in Kerala is February with 2.4cm (0.9inches) of rain and January has the fewest days of rain with 3 days with some rain, a very dry time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in Kerala?

The wettest month in Kerala is June with 61.6cm (24.3inches) of rain and July has the most days of rain with 28 days with some rain, a very wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in Kerala?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Kerala are found in August when they dip to 27°C (80°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Kerala?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Kerala are found in April when they peak at 30°C (85°F) which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the most humid month in Kerala?

The most humid month in Kerala is May with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (77°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the least humid month in Kerala?

The least humid month in Kerala is January with a dew point of 23°C (73°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

More info about the annual humidity.

When is the windiest month in Kerala?

The most windy month in Kerala is July when the average maximum windspeed is 22KM/H (14MPH) and the average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH).

More info about the annual wind conditions.

Annual Temperature for Kerala

The hottest month in Kerala is April when the average maximum temperature is 32°C (90°F), average temperature is 29°C (85°F) and average minimum temperature is 27°C (80°F).

The coolest month in Kerala is January when the average maximum temperature is 31°C (31°F), average temperature is 27°C (81°F) and average minimum temperature is 24°C (75°F).

Annual Sunshine for Kerala

The longest days in Kerala are in June, with an average of 12.6 hours of daylight per day. December has the shortest days with an average of 11.6 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Kerala are in February which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 76% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.0hrs making the days long and bright.

June has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 56% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in March when it reaches 14.8 and lowest in December when it reaches 10.9.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for Kerala

The warmest sea water temperatures in Kerala are found in April when they peak at 30°C (85°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 27°C (80°F).

The sea is excellent for swimming all year round as the water temperature is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.

Annual Rainfall for Kerala

The wettest month in Kerala is June with 61.6cm (24.3inches) of rain and July has the most days of rain with 28 days with some rain, a very wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in Kerala is February with 2.4cm (0.9inches) of rain and January has the fewest days of rain with 3 days with some rain, a very dry time to visit the beach.

Annual Humidity for Kerala

The most humid month in Kerala is May with a dew point (an indicator of humidity) of 25°C (77°F) which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning.

The least humid month in Kerala is January with a dew point of 23°C (73°F) which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan.

Annual Wind Speed for Kerala

The most windy month in Kerala is July when the average maximum windspeed is 22KM/H (14MPH) and the average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH).

The least windy month in Kerala is November when the average maximum windspeed is 11KM/H (7MPH) and the average wind speed is 3KM/H (2MPH).

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