Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Kochi in December
Little changes in Kochi from November: highs stay near 86°F (30°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), and about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls.
December opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 78/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 86°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 75°F (24°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (38 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What December feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 86°F (30°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Even at night it stays warm, around 75°F (24°C).
About 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's December.
Plan around December
December is one of Kochi's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: December – February.
- Comfort improves from 55/100 in November to 78/100.
- December sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 86°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kochi in December
Afternoons run hot (86°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Mattancherry Palace
Portuguese-built palace with some of Kerala's finest Hindu temple murals.
Kayees Rahmathulla Cafe
Long-running Mattancherry canteen famed for Malabar-style biryani.
Why now A break from 86°F afternoons.
Paradesi Synagogue
Built in 1568, with hand-painted Chinese floor tiles and Belgian chandeliers.
Kashi Art Cafe
Gallery café in a Dutch-era house, known for coffee, breakfasts and cakes.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Fort House Restaurant
Waterfront hotel restaurant serving Kerala seafood curries and fried fish.
Why now December scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in December
- Alleppey & Kumarakom in December~33 mi · highs 85°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Munnar in December~56 mi · highs 69°F, 1.5 in rain · 10°C (17°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.
Kochi in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Kochi?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 78/100. Expect highs of 86°F (30°C) and 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain. December is inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
How hot is Kochi in December?
Average highs are 86°F (30°C) and average lows 75°F (24°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kochi in December?
Not much: about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 104.4 in (2653 mm).
What should I pack for Kochi in December?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 86°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in December
- Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills Oct – Mar
Planning Kochi in December?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.