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Kerala Weather in August, India

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  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    27°C
    81°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    30°C
    86°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    24°C
    75°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    26°C
    80°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    6 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    24 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    156 mm

August, 2024

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1 Avg 24º 75º
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2 Avg 26º 79º
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3 Avg 25º 77º
4 Avg 25º 77º
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7 Avg 26º 79º
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10 Avg 27º 81º
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21 Avg 28º 82º
22 Avg 27º 81º
23 Avg 26º 79º
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27 Avg 27º 81º
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30 Avg 27º 81º
31 Avg 28º 82º
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What's the Weather Like in Kerala in August

Temperature

KeralaIndia, experiences high temperatures and a lot of rain in August. During this month, the resort has similar weather to Kovalam, with temperatures reaching afternoon highs of 30°C. Temperatures this high can get dangerous, so make sure that you drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. The evenings cool down to a much more bearable 24°C after sunset. Amazingly, those two high and low temperatures are both as low as they ever get in the resort. This is undeniably a tropical place. The overall average temperature in August is 27°C, which stays the same from June through December.

Sea Temperature

The sea temperature is exactly as warm as the air temperature this month, averaging a warm 27°Che same sea temperature is also recorded in July and September.

Cloud

After July, the cloudiest month of the year, cloud cover begins to decrease slightly in August. It decreases from 82% in the beginning of the month to 74% at the end.

Rainfall

August is the month in between the southwest monsoon season and the northeast monsoon season and sees a dip in precipitation. The total amount of rainfall this month is 156mm, far below the 341mm in June and the 268mm in October. There are, however, still 24 days with rainfall. The likelihood that rainfall occurs decreases greatly in the course of the month. August 1 is the wettest day with a chance of rainfall of 81%; August 31 is the driest day with a 68% chance.

By far the most common type of precipitation is moderate rain, occurring on 45% of the days with rainfall. Light rain, thunderstorms and drizzle may be experienced as well, with a respective chance of 20%, 15% and 14%.

Sunshine Hours

As cloud cover decreases, more sunrays are allowed to hit Kerala's beaches. Now, there are 6 hours of sunshine per day on average, one more than the annual minimum of 5 hours that was recorded in June and July.

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Hotels for Kerala in August

Ayesha Manzil Homestay

A gorgeous colonial mansion that overlooks the warm Arabian Sea, the Ayesha Manzil Homestay is housed in a building that was erected in 1862 by an English merchant of the East India Company. A stay in Kerala can't get more historically significant than this! The house features five extremely spacious rooms filled with antiques and family treasures. Situated close to the beach, the house also has a plethora of facilities, such as a restaurant serving delicious seafood and local Kerala cuisine, and a swimming pool. A variety of services is aimed at making your stay as pleasant as possiblehey include transfers to nearby Muzhappilangad Beach and the airport, trips to the Telichery fish market, cooking demonstrations and cruises on houseboats.

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Beaches for August for Kerala

Muzhappilangad Beach

Muzhappilangad Beach is the only "drive-in" beach in Kerala. The sandy beach stretches out for four kilometres and it is possible to drive its entire length. The rocks that dot the water protect the beach from the waves, making it a very peaceful place to sunbathe. The water is shallow and relatively calm and perfect for swimming. You can also take part in water sports, such as parasailing, paragliding, power boating and catamaran rides.

Restaurants and Bars for Kerala in August

Cocobay Resort

Cocobay Resort is not just a great accommodation; it also has a recommended restaurant. The restaurant's architectural style is typically Keralan, which already gives it an authentic feel. When you add a menu that features international, but also local food, you have a place that is certainly bound to leave an impression. Traditional Keralan dishes that you should try include chemeen ulathu, karimeen pollichathu, meen moli and all kinds of appams. In addition to eating inside the restaurant, you can also opt to dine right at the edge of the water for maximum romance.

Things to Do in Kerala in August

Nehru Trophy Boat Race

Held on the Punnamada Lake, Nehru Trophy Boat Race is one of the most exciting events to take place in Kerala in August. By far the most popular part of the race is snake boat competition, in which hundreds of long thin wooden vessels are each rowed by up to 30 men, all eager to cross the finish line first. If you're in the area when it takes place, it is definitely worth a visit!

Thekkady Tour

Thekkady Tour is one of the best ways to explore the area. With this company you can choose from a great selection of excursions, with something to suit everyoneoung and old, fit and unfit. Especially the elephant safari is a must for animal lovers and includes a feeding and photo session, riding, training and even bathing with the elephants. A visit to Kerala isn't complete without at least seeing an elephantiding one is an unforgettable experience.

Devikulam Hills in Munnar

While you might visit Kerala for its beaches, there is more to the region, as is shown above. Another alternative thing to do is visiting one of the hilltop stations. One such station is in the Devikulam Hills in Munnar. Gorgeous highlights include the Sita Devi Lake, the beautiful green lawns, crisp mountain air and exotic plant and animal life.