End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Alleppey & Kumarakom in April
Little changes in Alleppey & Kumarakom from March: highs stay near 87°F (31°C), lows near 82°F (28°C), and about 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 58/100, 5th of 12.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 82°F (28°C)
- Rain
- 5.7 in (146 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 58/100 · Fair
What April feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 82°F (28°C).
Humidity averages 76%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 5.7 in (146 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are December – February.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 11.9 in (302 mm).
- Humidity season begins: 76% on average, up from 69% in March.
- Comfort slips from 75/100 in March to 58/100.
- Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes87°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics76% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Alleppey & Kumarakom in April
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Toddy shop
Kerala's palm-wine bars, serving fresh toddy with fiery fish and tapioca dishes.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Thaff Restaurant
Popular local spot for Kerala parotta, beef fry and Malabar biryani.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Mullackal Rajarajeswari Temple
Busy Hindu temple in Alleppey's market area, center of the December Chirap festival.
Pathiramanal Island
Uninhabited island in Vembanad Lake with a walking path through mangroves and palms, home to herons, cormorants and egrets.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 87°F.
Houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake
Overnight trip on a converted rice barge through canals, villages and paddy fields.
Why now Best first thing, before the 87°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in April
- Kochi in April~33 mi · highs 89°F, 5.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Munnar in April~64 mi · highs 79°F, 4.2 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Alleppey & Kumarakom in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Alleppey & Kumarakom?
It's middling, scoring 58/100. The best months are December – February, at up to 86. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain. Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Alleppey & Kumarakom in April?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 82°F (28°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Alleppey & Kumarakom in April?
Yes: about 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 106.7 in (2710 mm).
What should I pack for Alleppey & Kumarakom in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (87°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (76% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.7 in of rain on average).
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