Thekkady(Periyar) Weather

Thekkady is situated in the Idukki district of Kerala at an altitude of 2800 meters above sea level. Seasonal variations in temperature are not extreme and each season brings out the best of this popular tourist destination of the south. The weather in Thekkady is salubrious with pleasant summers and cool winters. Thekkady experiences three distinct climatic conditions namely summer, monsoon and winter. There is very little variation in day-time temperature throughout the year. The most suitable climate to visit Thekkady is during post monsoon and winter months. The summer in Thekkady ? March to May ? usually records a maximum of 36? Celsius and a minimum of 20? Celsius. High humidity leads to occasional showers which help to keep the temperature in check. Summer season usually invites those tourists to Thekkady who are interested in wildlife. The monsoon months in Thekkady are from June to September with an average rainfall of around 326 cm. Monsoon is a lean tourist season in Thekkady characterized by heavy rains and landslides. Monsoon months in Thekkady usually record a maximum of 25? Celsius and a minimum of 19? Celsius. Post monsoon Thekkady and its surroundings are at its greenest. The winter season in Thekkady is between December and February when the maximum temperature is around 27? Celsius the minimum at about 16? Celsius. Days are pleasantly warm and the nights are cold in Thekkady during winter. This is also the peak tourist season in Thekkady. September to March is the best time to visit Thekkady. Thekkady also attracts substantial tourists from the month of April to June. Tourists who are not too fond of rain should avoid visiting Thekkady during the peak monsoon months.