Middle of the wetter season · Weather & things to do
Munnar in September
Little changes in Munnar from August: highs stay near 68°F (20°C), lows near 58°F (15°C), and about 9.0 in (228 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 68°F (20°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 9.0 in (228 mm)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What September feels like
Highs near 68°F (20°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 58°F (15°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 9.0 in (228 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are December – March.
- Comfort improves from 58/100 in August to 63/100.
- Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes9.0 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Munnar in September
With 9.0 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Saravana Bhavan Munnar
Busy vegetarian spot for dosas, idlis and banana-leaf meals in Munnar town.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 9.0 in of rain.
Kannan Devan tea shop
Tea outlet near the museum where you can taste and buy fresh Munnar leaf.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
Kolukkumalai Tea Estate
One of the world's highest tea estates, reached by jeep for sunrise above the clouds.
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 9.0 in of rain.
Rapsy Restaurant
Small bazaar restaurant known for parathas, biryani and Spanish omelets.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter September days.
Nearby in September
- Kochi in September~56 mi · highs 82°F, 11.5 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Alleppey & Kumarakom in September~64 mi · highs 82°F, 11.9 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Sigiriya & Dambulla in September~292 mi · highs 87°F, 3.4 in rain · 10°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Munnar?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are December – March, at up to 98. Expect highs of 68°F (20°C) and 9.0 in (228 mm) of rain. Our Kerala Backwaters & Tea Hills route recommends Oct – Mar, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Munnar in September?
Average highs are 68°F (20°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Munnar in September?
Yes: about 9.0 in (228 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 80.3 in (2040 mm).
What should I pack for Munnar in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (9.0 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Munnar in September?
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