Mountain town in Kerala, India
Munnar weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Munnar
Oct–Feb is cool and mostly clear. Jun–Aug monsoon brings heavy rain, mist and landslides; Mar–May is warm but pleasant. Eravikulam closes Feb–Mar for calving.
Munnar weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan22°12 mm
- Feb25°22 mm
- Mar27°48 mm
- Apr26°106 mm
- May23°221 mm
- Jun20°330 mm
- Jul19°297 mm
- Aug19°250 mm
- Sep20°228 mm
- Oct20°318 mm
- Nov20°169 mm
- Dec20°39 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C72°F | 11°C52°F | 12 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| February | 25°C78°F | 12°C53°F | 22 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| March | 27°C81°F | 14°C57°F | 48 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 16°C60°F | 106 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 16°C61°F | 221 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| June | 20°C68°F | 15°C60°F | 330 mm | 90% | Very wet |
| July | 19°C67°F | 15°C59°F | 297 mm | 92% | Rainy |
| August | 19°C67°F | 15°C58°F | 250 mm | 92% | Rainy |
| September | 20°C68°F | 14°C58°F | 228 mm | 91% | Rainy |
| October | 20°C69°F | 14°C58°F | 318 mm | 90% | Very wet |
| November | 20°C69°F | 14°C56°F | 169 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| December | 20°C69°F | 12°C54°F | 39 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
Best months across India
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (43°C) |
| Goa | Nov–Feb | Apr (32°C) |
| Mumbai | Nov–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Jaipur | Oct–Mar | May (41°C) |
| Agra | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | May (44°C) |
| Varanasi | Oct–Mar | May (43°C) |
| Rishikesh | Feb–Apr, Sep–Nov | May (40°C) |
| Bangalore | Nov–Mar | Apr (35°C) |
| Udaipur | Oct–Mar | May (40°C) |
| Kochi | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Kolkata | Nov–Feb | Apr (38°C) |
| Hyderabad | Oct–Feb | May (40°C) |
| Manali | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Dharamshala | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (33°C) |
| Leh | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Chennai | Nov–Feb | May (36°C) |
| Pondicherry | Nov–Feb | May (33°C) |
| Varkala | Nov–Mar | Mar (33°C) |
| Hampi | Oct–Feb | Apr (39°C) |
| Amritsar | Feb–Mar, Oct–Nov | Jun (43°C) |
| Jodhpur | Oct–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Jaisalmer | Nov–Feb | May (42°C) |
| Pushkar | Oct–Feb | May (41°C) |
| Palolem | Nov–Mar | May (30°C) |
| Anjuna | Nov–Mar | Apr (33°C) |
| Darjeeling | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | May (22°C) |
| Munnar | Oct–Feb | Mar (27°C) |
| Alleppey | Nov–Feb | Mar (31°C) |
| Andaman Islands | Nov–Apr | Apr (30°C) |
| Shimla | Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct | May (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Munnar?
Oct–Feb. Oct–Feb is cool and mostly clear. Jun–Aug monsoon brings heavy rain, mist and landslides; Mar–May is warm but pleasant. Eravikulam closes Feb–Mar for calving.
When is the rainy season in Munnar?
Rain peaks in June with about 330 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Nov.
What is the hottest month in Munnar?
March, with average highs of 27°C (81°F).
How cold does Munnar get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 11°C (52°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 4.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.