December · India
Best time to visit Munnar in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Munnar in December
Average temperature 22°C, 138 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
6.1/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 138 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Munnar scores 6.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 138 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Munnar's tea hills, waterfalls and cloud forests rise in Kerala's Western Ghats.
December in Munnar — workable with trade-offs
Trail conditions at 22°C (72°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in December; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
138 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.1/10 on the same scale — 7th 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 mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Munnar — 3.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Munnar in December?
- In December, Munnar averages 22°C, 138 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Munnar?
- December earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Munnar in December?
- Expect about 138 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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