Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Alleppey & Kumarakom in March
Alleppey & Kumarakom's warmest month brings highs averaging 88°F (31°C), lows of 81°F (27°C) and about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain.
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 81°F (27°C)
- Rain
- 2.6 in (67 mm)
- Humidity
- 69%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What March feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 88°F (31°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 81°F (27°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.6 in (67 mm).
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (December – February).
- Comfort slips from 82/100 in February to 75/100.
- March sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 88°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Alleppey & Kumarakom in March
Afternoons run hot (88°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Houseboat cruise on Vembanad Lake
Overnight trip on a converted rice barge through canals, villages and paddy fields.
Why now March scores 75/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kayak backwater tour
Guided kayak trips through narrow canals that houseboats cannot reach.
Why now Highs near 88°F and 2.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Alappuzha Beach
Town beach with an old pier and lighthouse.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Marari Beach
Quiet sand beach with fishing boats, 15 km north of Alleppey.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 88°F.
Kumarakom Lake Resort restaurant
Lakeside heritage resort dining on karimeen pollichathu, pearl spot fish in banana leaf.
Why now Best first thing, before the 88°F afternoon heat.
Nearby in March
- Kochi in March~33 mi · highs 92°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Munnar in March~64 mi · highs 81°F, 1.9 in rain · 4°C (7°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Alleppey & Kumarakom?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 86 in December – February. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
How hot is Alleppey & Kumarakom in March?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 81°F (27°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Alleppey & Kumarakom in March?
Some: about 2.6 in (67 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 106.7 in (2710 mm).
What should I pack for Alleppey & Kumarakom in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 88°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Alleppey & Kumarakom
Routes in season in March
- Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills Oct – Mar
Planning Alleppey & Kumarakom in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.