Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Kochi in August
This is the coldest month in Kochi: highs average 82°F (28°C) and lows 76°F (25°C), with about 13.8 in (350 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 41/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 13.8 in (350 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 41/100 · Tough
What August feels like
Highs settle around 82°F (28°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 76°F (25°C).
With 89% average humidity, it feels muggy.
It's a very wet month, with around 13.8 in (350 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 84%.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are December – February.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from July (39 → 41/100).
- Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Quick-dry fabrics89% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kochi in August
With 13.8 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Kayees Rahmathulla Cafe
Long-running Mattancherry canteen famed for Malabar-style biryani.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 13.8 in of rain.
Jew Town spice market
Lanes of spice warehouses, antique shops and textile stores in Mattancherry.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 13.8 in of rain.
Kashi Art Cafe
Gallery café in a Dutch-era house, known for coffee, breakfasts and cakes.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
St. Francis Church
India's oldest European-built church, where Vasco da Gama was first buried in 1524.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
Paradesi Synagogue
Built in 1568, with hand-painted Chinese floor tiles and Belgian chandeliers.
Nearby in August
- Alleppey & Kumarakom in August~33 mi · highs 82°F, 13.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Munnar in August~56 mi · highs 67°F, 9.8 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.
Kochi in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Kochi?
It's middling, scoring 41/100. The best months are December – February, at up to 79. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 13.8 in (350 mm) of rain. Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Kochi in August?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 76°F (25°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kochi in August?
Yes: about 13.8 in (350 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 104.4 in (2653 mm).
What should I pack for Kochi in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), quick-dry fabrics (89% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Kochi in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.