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Kochi in November
Little changes in Kochi from October: highs stay near 85°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), and about 6.9 in (174 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 55/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 6.9 in (174 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 55/100 · Fair
What November feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (29°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 76°F (25°C).
Humidity averages 80%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.9 in (174 mm) across the month.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are December – February.
- Comfort improves from 43/100 in October to 55/100.
- November sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
What to pack for November
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.9 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kochi in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Paradesi Synagogue
Built in 1568, with hand-painted Chinese floor tiles and Belgian chandeliers.
Why now Highs near 85°F keep it comfortable outside.
Fort House Restaurant
Waterfront hotel restaurant serving Kerala seafood curries and fried fish.
Why now Mild enough in November to enjoy at an easy pace.
Chinese Fishing Nets
Cantilevered shore nets on Fort Kochi beach, still worked by teams of fishermen.
Kerala Kathakali Centre
Nightly Kathakali dance-drama performances with a chance to watch the elaborate makeup.
Jew Town spice market
Lanes of spice warehouses, antique shops and textile stores in Mattancherry.
Nearby in November
- Alleppey & Kumarakom in November~33 mi · highs 84°F, 7.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Munnar in November~56 mi · highs 69°F, 6.7 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.
Kochi in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Kochi?
It's middling, scoring 55/100. The best months are December – February, at up to 79. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 6.9 in (174 mm) of rain. November is inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
How hot is Kochi in November?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 76°F (25°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kochi in November?
Yes: about 6.9 in (174 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 104.4 in (2653 mm).
What should I pack for Kochi in November?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.9 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in November
- Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills Oct – Mar
Planning Kochi in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.