February · India
Best time to visit Kerala in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kerala in February
Average temperature 23°C, 8 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
9.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 8 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Kerala scores 9.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 8 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kerala is India's backwater state-houseboat canals, spice hills of Munnar, and monsoon-green Arabian Sea coasts. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
February in Kerala — the year's strongest window
Trail conditions at 23°C (73°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in February; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
At just 8 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Kerala at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kerala in February?
- In February, Kerala averages 23°C, 8 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Kerala?
- February earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kerala in February?
- Expect about 8 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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