What's the Weather Like in Kerala in October?
Although the rain storms become less and less frequent in Kerala, India, in October, as the monsoon season comes to an end, this is still a very wet month.
Rainfall
In fact, when it comes to total rainfall, October is the second wettest month of the whole year so less than 268mm of precipitation falls from the sky this month. There are 23 days with rainfall. October is at the height of the so-called northeast monsoon season. The chance that rainfall occurs decreases significantly in the course of the month, though, from 61% to 48%, as the weather moves toward the dry winter season.
In October, the most common type of rainfall by far is thunderstorms. They occur on no less than 61% of the days with rainfall. The other types of precipitation, light rain, moderate rain and drizzle, are observed respectively on only 14%, 13% and 10% of the rainy days.
Cloud
The decrease in probability of rainfall is related to the equally as significant drop in cloud cover. In the course of October, cloud cover decreases from 65% to 54%, bringing with it a bit more sunshine.
Sunshine Hours
A typical day in October experiences 6 hours of sunshine on average.
Temperature
The average temperature this month is a warm 27°C, which is actually the lowest average temperature of the year in Kerala it is recorded from June through December. During this month, the resort experiences similar temperatures to those in Bangalore. In the afternoon, the mercury climbs to an average high of 30°C. At night, the average low temperature ranges around 24°C. Both the average high and low stay essentially constant throughout the month.
Sea Temperature
Compared to the previous three months of July, August and September, the sea temperature in October has risen two full degrees and averages a hot 29°C.
Daylight Hours
The length of the days in October remains pretty much constant as well. October 1 is the longest day with 12.02 daylight hours, while October 31 is the shortest day with 11.45 hours of daylight.
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Hotels for Kerala in October
Bracknell Forest
Situated about 10 kilometres from Mannur, a pretty hilltop town in Kerala, the Bracknell Forest is a homestead in the middle of nature, in the heart of a large cardamom plantation. This accommodation is void of the hustle and bustle of city life and the pollution that comes with it. Staying here is sure to get you relaxed and revitalised, exactly what a vacation should be like. The homestead is made up of 11 rooms, all equipped with a bedroom, separate bathroom and a balcony. There are HD TVs as well, while the multi-cuisine restaurant is a great place to spend the evenings.
Beaches for October for Kerala
Kerala's 550 kilometres of coastline are lined with numerous gorgeous sandy beaches. Oftentimes, those beaches are backed by palm trees rocking in the sea breeze, home to picturesque lighthouses and covered with multi-coloured seashells. Kerala is without a doubt India's premier beach destination some of its most famous and recommended beaches are Alappuzha Beach, Cherai Beach, Varkala Beach, Kovalam Beach and Kannur Beach.
Things to Do in Kerala in October
Eravikulam National Park
The Lakkom Waterfalls are one of the most popular attractions in the Eravikulam National Park. Here you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the pools or just take a break on the smooth rocks whilst dangling your legs in. There is a small kiosk nearby where you can enjoy an authentic Keralan lunch of local fish or quail. The national park is the only one in Kerala, protecting many species of plants and animals and offering visitors the chance to enjoy Keralan nature at its very best. Hiking is a popular thing to do thereikes are rewarded with beautiful views of tea plantations and misty rolling hills.
Munroe Island
If you feel like more exploring, take a canoe trip to Munroe Island. This peaceful island is a great place to relax, far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The island is formed by the backwaters of Ashtamudi Lake and the Kallada River and named after the British Colonel Munroe. Here you will find a huge number of bird species, as well as beautiful landscapes, so don't forget to take your camera.
