Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Alleppey & Kumarakom in December
Little changes in Alleppey & Kumarakom from November: highs stay near 85°F (30°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls.
December opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 82/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (30°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 79°F (26°C).
About 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's December.
Plan around December
December is one of Alleppey & Kumarakom's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: December – February.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in November to 82/100.
- December sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Alleppey & Kumarakom in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Marari Beach
Quiet sand beach with fishing boats, 15 km north of Alleppey.
Why now December scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Thaff Restaurant
Popular local spot for Kerala parotta, beef fry and Malabar biryani.
Kayak backwater tour
Guided kayak trips through narrow canals that houseboats cannot reach.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Pathiramanal Island
Uninhabited island in Vembanad Lake with a walking path through mangroves and palms, home to herons, cormorants and egrets.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Toddy shop
Kerala's palm-wine bars, serving fresh toddy with fiery fish and tapioca dishes.
Nearby in December
- Kochi in December~33 mi · highs 86°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Munnar in December~64 mi · highs 69°F, 1.5 in rain · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Alleppey & Kumarakom?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 82/100. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. December is inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
How hot is Alleppey & Kumarakom in December?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Alleppey & Kumarakom in December?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 106.7 in (2710 mm).
What should I pack for Alleppey & Kumarakom in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Alleppey & Kumarakom
Routes in season in December
- Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills Oct – Mar
Planning Alleppey & Kumarakom in December?
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