climate

The coastal state of Kerala has commonly been called the tropical paradise of India. The diversity of the geographical features of the state has resulted in a corresponding diversity in climate. The High Ranges have a cool and bracing climate throughout the year, while the plains are hot and humid. But mostly it has a tropical climate that offers a pleasing atmosphere throughout the year. The maximum temperature in Kerala rarely rises above 32 degrees while minimum temperature at sea level does not go below 20 degree centigrade. The weather is never too chilly in Kerala. Climate in Kerala can be classified into four seasons of winter, summer, South West Monsoon and North East Monsoon.

Winter – The month of December marks the inception of the winter. The winter season lasts till the ends of February. The winter season has less rainfall especially in the northern parts of the state.

Summer – Summer season follows the winter. It begins sometime in February and continues till the month of May. The temperature shoots up and there are occasional showers accompanied by lightning. The highest rainfall during the summer season is recorded in Kottayam.

South-west Monsoon – The south-west Monsoon begins sometime around the end of May or the beginning of June and fades out by September end. It gains intensity as it drifts northwards. The southern areas receive comparatively less downpour than the northern regions.

North East Monsoon – The dry weather sets in by December end