July · India
Best time to visit Kerala in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kerala in July
Average temperature 22°C, 350 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
5.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 350 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Kerala scores 5.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 350 mm of rain, and roughly 12 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.
July in Kerala: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Trail conditions at 22°C (72°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in July; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 350 mm: only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 5.3/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Kerala — 4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kerala in July?
- In July, Kerala averages 22°C, 350 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.3/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Kerala?
- July earns a 5.3/10 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 July?
- Expect about 350 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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