Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Alleppey & Kumarakom in September
Little changes in Alleppey & Kumarakom from August: highs stay near 82°F (28°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 11.9 in (302 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 45/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 11.9 in (302 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 45/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Highs settle around 82°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 79°F (26°C).
With 85% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's a very wet month, with around 11.9 in (302 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 77%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are December – February.
- Comfort improves from 42/100 in August to 45/100.
- Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics85% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Alleppey & Kumarakom in September
With 11.9 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Toddy shop
Kerala's palm-wine bars, serving fresh toddy with fiery fish and tapioca dishes.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 11.9 in of rain.
Thaff Restaurant
Popular local spot for Kerala parotta, beef fry and Malabar biryani.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
Pathiramanal Island
Uninhabited island in Vembanad Lake with a walking path through mangroves and palms, home to herons, cormorants and egrets.
Kumarakom Lake Resort restaurant
Lakeside heritage resort dining on karimeen pollichathu, pearl spot fish in banana leaf.
Marari Beach
Quiet sand beach with fishing boats, 15 km north of Alleppey.
Nearby in September
- Kochi in September~33 mi · highs 82°F, 11.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Munnar in September~64 mi · highs 68°F, 9.0 in rain · 8°C (14°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Alleppey & Kumarakom?
It's middling, scoring 45/100. The best months are December – February, at up to 86. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 11.9 in (302 mm) of rain. Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Alleppey & Kumarakom in September?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Alleppey & Kumarakom in September?
Yes: about 11.9 in (302 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 106.7 in (2710 mm).
What should I pack for Alleppey & Kumarakom in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (85% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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