Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Munnar in March
Munnar's warmest month brings highs averaging 81°F (27°C), lows of 58°F (14°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
At 94/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 65%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 58°F (14°C), about 13°C (23°F) below the afternoon high.
About 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
Plan around March
March is one of Munnar's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 79/100.
- Comfort slips from 98/100 in February to 94/100.
- March sits inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Munnar in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Top Station
Viewpoint on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border with wide views over the Western Ghats.
Why now March scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lakshmi Hills tea trek
Guided half-day walks through tea estates and cardamom groves with valley views.
Why now Highs near 81°F and 1.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Saravana Bhavan Munnar
Busy vegetarian spot for dosas, idlis and banana-leaf meals in Munnar town.
Mattupetty Dam
Reservoir in the hills with boating, surrounded by tea and dairy farms.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Kannan Devan tea shop
Tea outlet near the museum where you can taste and buy fresh Munnar leaf.
Nearby in March
- Kochi in March~56 mi · highs 92°F, 2.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Alleppey & Kumarakom in March~64 mi · highs 88°F, 2.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Sigiriya & Dambulla in March~292 mi · highs 89°F, 3.4 in rain · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, wetter
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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Munnar?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain. March is inside the Oct – Mar window our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends.
How hot is Munnar in March?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 58°F (14°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Munnar in March?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 80.3 in (2040 mm).
What should I pack for Munnar in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in March
- Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills Oct – Mar
Planning Munnar in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.