Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Munnar in July
This is the coldest month in Munnar: highs average 67°F (19°C) and lows 59°F (15°C), with about 11.7 in (297 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 57/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 11.7 in (297 mm)
- Humidity
- 92%
- Cloud cover
- 84%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 32 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What July feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 67°F (19°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 59°F (15°C).
It's a very wet month, with around 11.7 in (297 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 84%.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are December – March.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, June – August.
- Comfort holds steady from June (58 → 57/100).
- Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 59°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes11.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Munnar in July
With 11.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Eravikulam National Park
Grassland park that protects the endangered Nilgiri tahr, below Anamudi, South India's highest peak.
Kannan Devan tea shop
Tea outlet near the museum where you can taste and buy fresh Munnar leaf.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 11.7 in of rain.
Top Station
Viewpoint on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border with wide views over the Western Ghats.
Tata Tea Museum
Museum and working factory showing how Munnar tea is picked, rolled and dried.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 11.7 in of rain.
Rapsy Restaurant
Small bazaar restaurant known for parathas, biryani and Spanish omelets.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Nearby in July
- Kochi in July~56 mi · highs 82°F, 17.3 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Alleppey & Kumarakom in July~64 mi · highs 82°F, 16.1 in rain · 8°C (15°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Sigiriya & Dambulla in July~292 mi · highs 86°F, 1.5 in rain · 11°C (19°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~711 m to Munnar's ~1,454 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Munnar in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Munnar?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 57/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are December – March. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 11.7 in (297 mm) of rain. Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Munnar in July?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Munnar in July?
Yes: about 11.7 in (297 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 80.3 in (2040 mm).
What should I pack for Munnar in July?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 59°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (11.7 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Munnar in July?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.