March · India
Best time to visit Munnar in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Munnar in March
Average temperature 26°C, 47 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
7.8/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 47 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Munnar scores 7.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 26°C, 47 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Munnar's tea hills, waterfalls and cloud forests rise in Kerala's Western Ghats.
March in Munnar: strong conditions, 3rd of 12
Trail conditions at 26°C (78°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in March; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 47 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.8/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Munnar — 1.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Munnar in March?
- In March, Munnar averages 26°C, 47 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Munnar?
- March earns a 7.8/10 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 March?
- Expect about 47 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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