The short answer
When to go to Thiruvananthapuram
November to February brings the most comfortable weather for exploring the museum quarter and temples. April to June turns hot, and the city sees two monsoon peaks: the southwest monsoon from June and a second wave of heavy rain in October, so this stretch is best avoided if possible. Seniors should plan an early start for temple visits, since queues and heat both build quickly after mid-morning.
Month by month
Thiruvananthapuram weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C | 22°C | 18 mm | Warm but comfortable; the easiest month | |
| February | 33°C | 23°C | 22 mm | Still comfortable | |
| March | 34°C | 24°C | 31 mm | Warm; largely dry | |
| April | 33°C | 25°C | 122 mm | Showers increasing; hot | |
| May | 33°C | 25°C | 214 mm | Pre-monsoon showers; humid | |
| June | 30°C | 24°C | 308 mm | SW monsoon peaks; heaviest rain | |
| July | 30°C | 23°C | 185 mm | Rain easing a little | |
| August | 30°C | 23°C | 161 mm | Still fairly wet | |
| September | 31°C | 24°C | 197 mm | Rain continues | |
| October | 31°C | 24°C | 297 mm | Second monsoon peak; heavy NE rain | |
| November | 31°C | 23°C | 213 mm | Rain lingering but easing | |
| December | 32°C | 23°C | 68 mm | Dry and pleasant again |
Temperatures and rainfall are long-term monthly averages. Check the forecast a few days before you travel.
Seasons at a glance
Thiruvananthapuram seasons for families and seniors
The easiest months: January, February and December
- January: Warm but comfortable; the easiest month
- February: Still comfortable
- December: Dry and pleasant again
Good, with small trade-offs: March
- March: Warm; largely dry
Possible, with planning: April, May, July, August, September and November
- April: Showers increasing; hot
- May: Pre-monsoon showers; humid
- July: Rain easing a little
- August: Still fairly wet
- September: Rain continues
- November: Rain lingering but easing
Best avoided with parents or children: June and October
- June: SW monsoon peaks; heaviest rain
- October: Second monsoon peak; heavy NE rain
Useful answers
Best time to visit Thiruvananthapuram: FAQs
What is the best month to visit Thiruvananthapuram?
January, February and December are the best months to visit Thiruvananthapuram, with March also good. November to February brings the most comfortable weather for exploring the museum quarter and temples. April to June turns hot, and the city sees two monsoon peaks: the southwest monsoon from June and a second wave of heavy rain in October, so this stretch is best avoided if possible. Seniors should plan an early start for temple visits, since queues and heat both build quickly after mid-morning.
Which months should I avoid in Thiruvananthapuram with elderly parents?
June and October are the months to avoid with older travellers. SW monsoon peaks; heaviest rain Second monsoon peak; heavy NE rain
When does it rain most in Thiruvananthapuram?
June is the wettest month, with about 308 mm of rain on average. The hottest month is March, with average highs around 34°C.