What is the weather like in Kochi in December?

Expect temperatures between 24°C and 29°C with 15% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Kochi in December?

Kochi in December scores 50/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Kochi in December?

December in Kochi is ideal for: Beach lovers, Outdoor enthusiasts, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Kochi Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

29°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

24°C

Coolest around day 25

Rainy Days

5days

15% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Arabian Sea(അറബിക്കടൽ)

29.9°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 December a Good Time to Visit Kochi?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(50/100)

Short Answer

Tropical storm season is active in Kochi during December. Average conditions (29°C, 15% rain) can be interrupted by severe weather. Monitor forecasts closely.

Decision Factors

Cyclone season active

Indian Ocean zone - expect potential cyclone activity

Oppressive heat and humidity

29.3°C with 80% humidity - challenging conditions

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Feels significantly hotter than 29.3°C

Heat index: 36°C due to 80% humidity

Warm tropical seas

29.9°C sea temperature - Hot Soup

Peak tourist season

98% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Good For

🏖️
Beach lovers
29.9°C warm seas and 15% rain probability
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 29.3°C, 15% rain chance
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 96/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
Heat index of 36°C poses health risks
💼
Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions
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Heat-sensitive visitors
36°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Kochi in December averages 29°C with 15% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Kochi in December

What are the temperatures in Kochi in December?

Daytime highs average 29°C, nights drop to 24°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Kochi in December?

Expect around 5 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Kochi in December?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is December peak season in Kochi?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Kochi Weather in December