What is the weather like in Kochi in August?

Expect temperatures between 24°C and 27°C with 81% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Kochi in August?

Kochi in August scores 51/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Kochi in August?

August in Kochi is ideal for: Business travelers, Adventure seekers.

Kochi Weather in August | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

27°C

Hottest around day 15

Avg Low

24°C

Coolest around day 8

Rainy Days

31days

81% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer season

Sea Temperature in August

Arabian Sea(അറബിക്കടൽ)

28.1°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Arabian Sea

അറബിക്കടൽ

Kochi coastline

Essential Travel Info for Kochi

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Currency

INR

₹ Indian rupee

Language

English

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Driving

Left side

Connect

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Safety

Travel Precautions

GPI: 2.578

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

41/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Apr

Low

Aug

Monthly Traffic Distribution

104

Jan

Feb

Mar

112

Apr

108

May

104

Jun

Jul

Aug

108

Sep

101

Oct

Nov

110

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Bangalore Bengaluru (BLR)

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji (BOM)

New Delhi Indira Gandhi (DEL)

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi (HYD)

Abu Dhabi Island and Internal Islands City Abu Dhabi (AUH)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

11 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin India.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Cholera

Cholera ispresumed to be presentin India. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to India.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to India. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to India.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is August a Good Time to Visit Kochi?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(51/100)

Short Answer

August brings storm season risk to Kochi. While typical weather is 28°C with 81% rain, plan for potential disruptions and secure cancellation-friendly bookings.

Decision Factors

Cyclone season active

Indian Ocean zone - expect potential cyclone activity

High rainfall period

81% rain probability, 9.7mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

28.1°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Very high humidity

89% average humidity

Rough sea conditions

1.51m average wave height - Surfers Only

Good For

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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Adventure seekers
1.51m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
89% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
81% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
📸
Photographers
91% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 47/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Kochi in August averages 27°C with 81% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Kochi in August

What are the temperatures in Kochi in August?

Daytime highs average 27°C, nights drop to 24°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Kochi in August?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Kochi in August?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is August peak season in Kochi?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Kochi Weather in August