Monsoon Rainfall
Compared to other Indian states, Kerala lies closer to the equator. Yet Kerala is bestowed with a pleasant and equable climate through out the year. This is because of the land's nearness to the sea and the presence of the fort like Western Ghats on the east. Kerala would have been a dry land because of the dry winds blowing from the north, but for the Western Ghats which prevent this wind from entering the land. Kerala receives copious rain (average 3000 mm a year )each year. The temperature in Kerala normally ranges from 28° to 32° C (82° to 90° F) on the plains but drops to about 20° C (68° F) in the highlands. The Highlands of Kerala, which is an area of major tourist attraction, enjoys a cool and invigorating climate the year-round . Owing to its diversity in geographical features, the climatic condition in Kerala is diverse. It can be divided into 4 seasons - Winter, Summer, South-West Monsoon and North-East Monsoon.
Winter Season in Kerala: Winter in Kerala
starts with the end of the northeast monsoons i.e. from the later part
of November lasting till the middle of February. During this season
temperature is comparatively low but
as mentioned earlier it does not vary much from other seasons. In the
highlands of Kerala, where the climate is cool throughout the year,
winter temperatures often fall below 10°C. Winter season in Kerala
witnesses the lowest amount of rainfall.| Temperature during Winter in Kerala: | Maximum : 28°C Minimum : 18°C |
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| Average Rainfall during the season : | 25 mm |
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Summer Season in Kerala: Towards the end
of February temperature starts climbing and this marks the beginning of
summer in Kerala. Relatively higher temperature, low rainfall and
slightly humid weather are the
characteristics of the summer season in Kerala. When compared to other
Indian states where temperature soars to over 40°C, summers in Kerala
are cool and pleasant, thanks to the Western Ghats which prevent the dry
northern winds from entering the
state and the Arabian sea for the cool breeze that blows towards the
land providing it with a moderate temperature. Erratic rains accompanied
by lightening and thunder is another feature of the season. Starting
from March, summer season continues
till the end of May or the beginning of June and is concluded with the
outset of monsoons.| Avg Temperature during Summer in Kerala: | Maximum : 36°C Minimum : 32°C |
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| Avg Rainfall during the season : | 135 mm |
| Average Temperature during this season : | Maximum : 30°C Minimum : 19°C |
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| Average Rainfall during the season : | 2250 - 2500 mm |
| Average Temperature: | Maximum : 35°C Minimum : 29°C |
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| Average Rainfall during the season : | 450 - 500 mm |
| Average monthly rainfall in Kerala | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Rainfall (mm) | 14.6 | 16.6 | 36.1 | 110.9 | 252.6 | 653.2 | 687.2 | 404.7 | 252.3 | 270.7 | 158.6 | 45.9 |
Climate and Tourism
Pleasant and equable climate of Kerala attracts a number of tourists each year. Winter and summer (November to May) are the peak tourist seasons. A cruise in the houseboats on the backwaters of Kerala, or experiencing the beauty of sunset over the Arabian sea from Kovalam beach during summer and boating in the Thekkady lake, or trekking the highlands of Kerala during winter, are for sure, going to be never to forget experiences. But for those, who really want to enjoy the day under the cloudy sky, and feel the bracing scent of the wet soil, revitalizing the body, mind and soul, monsoons are for you.Monsoon tourism in Kerala is gaining more popularity year after year. Monsoon tourism allows tourists to explore the intrinsic beauty of Kerala with a feel of adventure. Government of Kerala and Kerala tourism department is promoting Monsoon Tourism in Kerala.
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