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Kerala in February
What February is really like in Kerala: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Ranjith Siji, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Kerala. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 11.8 hours of daylight. Warm and dry with clear skies; temple festival season is in full swing across the state.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 4th-warmest month in Kerala: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 31°C (88°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 28 days. Compared with January (32°C (90°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 06:45
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:33
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
North-east monsoon (October–November). Afternoon thunderstorms that fade through November as the main season begins.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in January). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- Attukal Pongala — huge women's offering ritual in Thiruvananthapuram (February or March)
- Theyyam season — ritual performances in northern Kerala (roughly November to May)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Kumarakom
Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary
A 14-acre sanctuary on the shore of Vembanad Lake with walking paths through mangrove and woodland where egrets, darters, herons and kingfishers nest.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Viewpoint · Varkala
Varkala Cliff
Walk the cliff path at sunset and stay for dinner at a cliff-top restaurant; carry a torch, as the path is unfenced in places.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Views
- Free
- Couples
- After dark
- Food
Historic site · Wayanad
Edakkal Caves
Two natural rock shelters high on Ambukuthi Mala in Wayanad carry carvings of human figures, animals and symbols believed to date back thousands of years.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Active
- Outdoors
Landmark · Fort Kochi
Chinese fishing nets
Come at sunset when the nets are silhouetted, and ask the fishermen before you join them on the platform.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Photo spot
- Food
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Kerala.
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 24°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Kerala?
One of the best months to visit Kerala, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are November–January. Compare every month.
Kerala in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Kerala?
It is one of the best months to visit Kerala. Warm and dry with clear skies; temple festival season is in full swing across the state.
+How warm is Kerala in February?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kerala in February?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.