Kerala in January
Kochi 23–32 °C, dry; Munnar 10–22 °C
Where to go
Our picks for January
Five centuries of spice traders on one small peninsula
Tea estates, cool mornings and the Nilgiri tahr
Lake resorts and bird life on the shore of Vembanad
Theyyam country, looms and the old Malabar forts
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Good to know
Is January a good time to visit Kerala?
The best all-round month. The coast is dry and sunny with low humidity by Kerala standards, the hills are cool and clear, and the backwaters are full after the rains. Migratory birds are at Kumarakom, and Theyyam season is in full swing in the north. It is also peak season, so the best rooms at Brunton Boatyard, Spice Village and the lake resorts go early. In Biennale years, Fort Kochi's warehouses are full of contemporary art.
What is the weather like in Kerala in January?
Kochi 23–32 °C, dry; Munnar 10–22 °C. 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 January?
We suggest Fort Kochi, Munnar, Kumarakom, Kannur. Book Christmas to mid-January stays at least six months ahead.