Kerala in August
Kochi 24–29 °C, showers easing
Where to go
Our picks for August
Houseboats, Kuttanad paddy and the snake-boat races
Lake resorts and bird life on the shore of Vembanad
Five centuries of spice traders on one small peninsula
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Festivals this month
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Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is August a good time to visit Kerala?
Rain eases into heavy showers with sunny breaks, and Kerala starts to celebrate. The Nehru Trophy Boat Race on Punnamada Lake at Alappuzha is traditionally held on the second Saturday of August, though the date has moved in recent years. Onam, the harvest festival, often begins in late August. Houseboat cruising is pleasant again and the paddy fields of Kuttanad are at their greenest.
What is the weather like in Kerala in August?
Kochi 24–29 °C, showers easing. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in Kerala in August?
We suggest Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kumarakom, Fort Kochi. Book a boat-race pavilion seat and a houseboat at the same time, as both sell out.